Food and Water
Food and Water (3)
With a 4,000 calorie a day intake, Appalachian Trail thru-hikers still lose on average 10-20 pounds when all is said and done. Given this deficiency in calories, hikers are known for their off-trail feasts in towns crossing the trail. When not in-town feasting, hikers have their own preferences for nourishment…
Where to Send Care Packages Many businesses and hostels and all post offices along the Appalachian Trail will hold mail for thru-hikers. An advantage of using a business as opposed to the post office is that businesses are often open seven days a week, including some holidays. A listing of…
Although finding water on the Appalachian Trail generally is not a problem, water purity is the concern. Most shelters are situated in close proximity to a spring, and many hikers rely on the fact that if the water runs directly from the ground, it is usually safe to consume. Reliable…
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