Hi all! As I mentioned in my other post, I'm planning to thru hike next year. I'm new to backpacking, and could really use some practice. I'm looking for a very patient hiker to help me figure out my gear and let me tag along on some hikes. Hopefully I'll get a lot of day hikes and some overnights or multi-day trips in this year.

If you're from the area but not up to dealing with me, maybe you could point me in the direction of some well marked trails of varying lengths nearby?

Thanks much!