TIC: Walking The Appalachian Trail

Description: The Appalachian Trail (the A.T.) is the longest hiking-only footpath in the world, extending from Maine to Georgia. People of all ages have walked small parts or even all of the trail. Janet Hildebrand will talk about the history and geography of the trail, its difficulty, some of the major sights and experiences, the preparations she made, her management of the trail, as well as providing descriptions and images of the people and places she met along the way.

Designed for: Travelers (including armchair travelers) interested in learning about one of the world’s natural treasures and those considering an active and thrilling adventure in the US.

Facilitator: Janet Hildebrand, guest facilitator