PapaHikes

The Appalachian Trail (AT), spanning over 2,190 miles from Georgia to Maine, is a monumental trek that requires careful planning and...

is deeply ingrained in the culture of the trail and plays a significant role in the hiking experience. Here are some additional details:...

Trail Days is an annual gathering held in Damascus, Virginia, along the Appalachian Trail. This multi-day event, typically in May, draws...

Born in 1918 in Pennsylvania, Shaffer's connection to nature was forged during his childhood, cultivating a passion for hiking that would...