Let me preface my question by saying I have day hiked before on the AT. I have overnighted before not on the AT. I want to section hike for a couple weeks late August early September starting at Springer nobo. I would love any tips, and I mean any because at this point I am pretty overwhelmed with gear selection, shuttle service, how far to attempt in 12 days, where to camp, numerous other questions. I did purchase AWOL's A.T. Guide.... Sorry for the broadness of the question just unsure of where to start and thanks in advance..?