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Hiking the Appalachian Trail During a Pandemic
16:37 - 25:28 (08:50)
The Appalachian Trail experienced a surge in popularity during the pandemic as it provided an opportunity for people to take a break and connect with nature while adhering to social distancing guidelines. While the trail did get congested at times, there were still certain windows where it was possible to hike with less people around.
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Earl Schaefer, a World War II veteran from Pennsylvania, was the first person to complete a thru hike of the 2194 mile Appalachian Trail in 1948, just 11 years after it opened, despite the lack of modern gear available today.
16:37 - 19:48 (03:10)
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Earl Schaefer, a World War II veteran from Pennsylvania, was the first person to complete a thru hike of the 2194 mile Appalachian Trail in 1948, just 11 years after it opened, despite the lack of modern gear available today.
ChapterHiking the Appalachian Trail During a Pandemic
EpisodeThe Appalachian Trail: A Heckuva Hike
PodcastStuff You Should Know
There are thousands of people attempting to through-hike the Appalachian Trail every year with some doing it faster than others, such as trail runner Joe McConaughey who completed the trail in 45 days.
19:48 - 23:07 (03:18)
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There are thousands of people attempting to through-hike the Appalachian Trail every year with some doing it faster than others, such as trail runner Joe McConaughey who completed the trail in 45 days. There are certain windows of time to take on the trail depending on the direction of your hike.
ChapterHiking the Appalachian Trail During a Pandemic
EpisodeThe Appalachian Trail: A Heckuva Hike
PodcastStuff You Should Know
The best time to hike the Appalachian Trail is between March and April, as the weather is cooler and the trail is less crowded, making it an ideal time for those starting at the south end of the trail.
23:07 - 25:28 (02:21)
Summary
The best time to hike the Appalachian Trail is between March and April, as the weather is cooler and the trail is less crowded, making it an ideal time for those starting at the south end of the trail.