Hi! I'm a 28-year-old female, I'm moving this summer so I will have an opportunity to take some time off between jobs and do a shorter thru-hike. I live in Massachusetts so the Long Trail would be the easiest thing for me to accomplish but I'd consider other through hikes. I hike a lot with my dog (who will NOT be hiking with me on the thru-hike) but have only gone backpacking twice. I'm fine with hiking solo, but I'm afraid to go backpacking alone, and I don't know anyone who can come with me. So I'm hoping to find a group that will let me tag along or a person who wants a backpacking buddy.

I'm flexible about the start date, but the beginning-middle of July is ideal. I might also be able to do June or late August.