"Backpacker Magazine's" Guide to the Appalachian Trail - Softcover

Chase, Jim

 
9780811722377: "Backpacker Magazine's" Guide to the Appalachian Trail

Synopsis

Updated edition of the best-selling guide to the Appalachian Trail Maps and mileages provided for every section of the trail Fascinating information on trail history and geology Whether you're just setting out for a day hike or are planning to trek all the way from Maine to Georgia, Backpacker Magazine's Guide to the Appalachian Trail is the definitive guide to the most famous footpath in the nation. Drawing on up-to-the-minute reports from hikers all along the length of the trail, it provides detailed descriptions of what terrain hikers can expect to find in any given section, along with information on local natural history and nearby towns and landmarks. Chapters on the geology of the trail and the history of its creation complete the picture, ensuring that this book will continue to be a well-worn resource for countless hikers.

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Synopsis

Jim Chase explores the Appalachian Trail as it has never been explored before: from Mount Katahdin in Maine to Springer Mountain in Georgia, he will take you on a thru-hike that will change the way you think about the trail that changes the way hikers think about themselves. Whether you plan to hike the Trail in its entirety or simply enjoy it one section at a time, Backpacker Magazine's Guide to the Appalachian Trail is the guide that will help you get the most from your trip.

About the Author

Buck Tilton is the cofounder of the National Outdoor Leadership School's Wilderness Medicine Institute and the author of numerous books on wilderness safety. He is the coauthor of "Sex in the Outdoors" (0897325796) and a longtime contributor to Backpacker magazine. He lives in Lander, Wyoming.

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9780811731850: "Backpacker Magazine's" Guide to the Appalachian Trail

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ISBN 10:  0811731855 ISBN 13:  9780811731850
Publisher: Stackpole Books, 2005
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