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Construction Temporarily Stops on Mountain Valley Pipeline in Virginia
After a consultation with the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality, the Mountain Valley Pipeline has temporarily shut down construction in Southwest Virginia. Heavy rains in Virginia at the
Land Protection Successes Keep the PCT Wild
Stevens Pass The Pacific Crest Trail Association recently sold 402 acres at Stevens Pass, Washingtona gateway to some of the most incredible wilderness in the North Cascadesto the US Forest
Tick Season Is Approaching, Here’s What You Need to Know
While thru-hiking the AT last year, I called a Lyft in New York. The driver seemed a little flummoxed by my stinky, mud-covered presence and didnt know much about the...
The North Country National Scenic Trail Extension Plan
The expansion of the North Country National Scenic Trail is slowly but surely turning into a reality. The overall plan is to create a continuous footpath running from central North...
The North Face Joins the Used Gear Game
The North Face has thrown its hat into the ring of brands refurbishing and reselling their products, recently launching a new line called The North Face Renewed. It follows the...
50-Year-Old Pot of Money Supporting AT Could Disappear
If you love the Appalachian Trail (AT), there is an important and time-sensitive story you need to know about before September of this year. Really, if you love any trail, national...
AT Hiker Drowns Attempting to Cross Kennebec River
The body of 39-year-old Michael Camiso was found Tuesday in Caratunk, Maine. Camiso went missing earlier in May, and it has been surmised that he drowned attempting to cross the...
The Future of the Continental Divide Trail: Part II
The Continental Divide Trail Association has been hard at work for five years trying to realize their goal of protecting the entire 3,080 mile trail in perpetuity. Many hurdles stand...
The Future of the Continental Divide Trail: Part I
The Continental Divide Trail has had a rocky history compared to it's counterparts in the East and West. It's path has made for difficulties in working towards a completely protected...
2018 Thru-Hikers: Apply to Be a Trail Correspondent for Backpacker Radio!
Update 5/1: We are now accepting applications from 2018 SOBOs from the AT, PCT, and CDT! "What is a Trail Correspondent?" you wonder. I thought you'd never ask. Listen to our...