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Appalachian Trail Electronics, Navigation & Hygiene Gear: What We Actually Carried

Appalachian Trail, Backpacking, Connecticut, Gear Guides, Georgia, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, National Parks, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Renovations, Swap-Outs a​nd Gadgets, Tennessee, Thru Hiking, Travel Guides, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia /

NOTE: This post is part of a comprehensive Appalachian Trail thru-hike gear guide.If you have arrived here but would like to see all the other categories, start here. Hi there! I’m Cindy. In 2022, my husband Barrett and I completed a full Appalachian Trail thru-hike, covering the entire trail across 14 states in 32 weeks. When […]

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Appalachian Trail Hike Week 8: Roan Highlands, Rain, & Renewed Motivation

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Thinking about an Appalachian Trail thru-hike? Or maybe you’re just looking to get an idea of what it’s like? Then you’ve come to the right place! Hi! I’m Cindy. In 2022, my husband, Barrett, and I completed an Appalachian Trail thru-hike! 🥳 I journaled daily while on trail and plan to have our entire AT thru-hike tale up

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Pillar Pictures for AT Journals Week 7

What It’s Like to Hike the Appalachian Trail: Week 7 on the AT

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Thinking about an Appalachian Trail thru-hike? Or maybe you’re just looking to get an idea of what it’s like? Then you’ve come to the right place! Hi! I’m Cindy. In 2022, my husband, Barrett, and I completed an Appalachian Trail thru-hike! 🥳 I journaled daily while on trail and plan to have our entire AT thru-hike tale up

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Hiking the Appalachian Trail – Week 6: Bears, Trail Angels & Views

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Thinking about an Appalachian Trail thru-hike? Or maybe you’re just looking to get an idea of what it’s like? Then you’ve come to the right place! Hi! I’m Cindy. In 2022, my husband, Barrett, and I completed an Appalachian Trail thru-hike! 🥳 I journaled daily while on trail and plan to have our entire AT thru-hike tale up

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Hiking the Appalachian Trail: Week 5 Thru-Hike Journal

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Thinking about an Appalachian Trail thru-hike? Or maybe you’re just looking to get an idea of what it’s like? Then you’ve come to the right place! Hi! I’m Cindy. In 2022, my husband, Barrett, and I completed an Appalachian Trail thru-hike! 🥳 I journaled daily while on trail and plan to have our entire AT thru-hike tale up

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Pillar Pictures for AT Journals Week Four

Hiking the Appalachian Trail: Week 4 Thru-Hike Journal

Appalachian Trail, Backpacking, Lessons Learned, North Carolina, Tennessee, Thru Hiking, Travel Blog, Travel Guides /

Thinking about taking on a thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail? Or maybe you’re just looking to get an idea of what it’s like? Then you’ve come to the right place! Hi! I’m Cindy. In 2022, my husband, Barrett, and I completed our Appalachian Trail thru-hike! 🥳 I kept a daily journal while on trail and plan to have

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100 Mile mark on the Appalachian Trail

Hiking the Appalachian Trail: Week 3 Thru-Hike Journal

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Pondering hiking the Appalachian Trail? Or maybe you’re just looking to get an idea of what it’s like? Then you’ve come to the right place! If you choose to do an AT thru-hike, I promise you you’ll be in for an incredible adventure! Hi! I’m Cindy. In 2022, my husband Barrett and I accomplished an Appalachian Trail thru-hike!

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11 Best Lakeside Campgrounds According to 2 Full-Time RVers

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Hey there, I’m Katherine! Like Cindy, I am a former full-time RVer who traveled the country with my partner and our dog in a Class C motorhome. I am also a finder of great deals and an extensive planner and researcher, which led me to stay in some of the best lakeside campgrounds and RV

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AT Thru-Hike: How Long Does It Take to Hike The Appalachian Trail?

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Are you planning to tackle a thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail? Hi! I’m Cindy of Cinders Travels, and the Locals Know Best podcast. In 2022, my husband Barrett and I completed our very own Appalachian Trail thru-hikes. A thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail offers unique experiences, spectacular views, and ample opportunities for personal growth. Whether

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AT Thru-Hiker Cindy Scott's Appalachian Trail Gear List

A Complete Appalachian Trail Gear List: Realistic Packing for an AT Thru-Hike in 2025

Appalachian Trail, Backpacking, Connecticut, Gear Guides, Georgia, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, National Parks, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Renovations, Swap-Outs a​nd Gadgets, Tennessee, Thru Hiking, Travel Guides, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia /

Two successful AT thru-hikers, a female and male couple, share their Appalachian Trail gear list recommendations and advice for beginners.

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