This page is dedicated to all those who plan to thru-hike the Appalachian Trail in 2013. Information includes a list of 2013 AT blogs, thru-hiker marketplace, gear lists, and more. If there is anything that I have overlooked, or that you would like to see included on this page, please e-mail me at theGoodBadger[at]gmail.com
I also suggest to bookmark this page as I will be updating it with more information.
If you’re thinking of thru-hiking the Appalachian Trail, or will be following closely the thru-hike of a loved one, you should check out Appalachian Trials. It’s the only resource to help hikers with the mental/emotional portion of thru-hiking the AT – the most difficult aspect of the trail.
[Read the first chapter for free]
List of 2013 Appalachian Trail Blogs
If you are planning on thru-hiking the Appalachian Trail in 2013 and would like your blog included on this list, please e-mail me at theGoodBadger[at]gmail[dot]com.
- Appalachian Trials Blog – [apply to be a 2013 Appalachian Trials Blogger]
- ATKory
- Ga Me On
- Nobo13
- Think I’ll Go on a Walkabout
Thru-Hiker Partner Marketplace
Either leave a comment at the bottom of this page or send me an e-mail to have yourself added to this list.
The following people are looking for a hiking partner to get themselves started on the AT for 2013. Let’s play matchmaker!
[We connect good people here. Coming soon...]
Also check out the Appalachian Trail Thru-Hikers Class of 2013 Facebook Page to find others who are leaving the same time as you!
More about the Appalachian Trail
- How many mail drops should you send on the Appalchain Trail?
- Lyme Disease on the Appalachian Trail
- Pre-Appalachian Trail Anxiety
- My Appalachian Trail Gear List
- Appalachian Trail Angels and Trail Magic
- Dealing With Challenges on the Trail
- Hiking the Appalachian Trail with a dog
Recommended Books
Appalachian Trail Hostels
(From South to North)
- The Blueberry Patch in Hiawassee, GA
- Aquone Hostel in Nantahala Forest, NC
- The Cabin in the Woods at Stecoah Gap, NC 143
- Standing Bear Farm at Green Corner Rd, TN
- Elmer’s Sunnybank Inn in Hot Springs, NC
- Uncle Johnny’s Nolichucky Hostel in Erwin, TN
- Woodshole Hostel at Sugar Run Gap, VA
- Bears Den Hostel & Trail Center in Bears Den Rocks, VA
- Green Mountain House in Manchester Center, VT
- White Mountain Lodge & Hostel in Gorham, NH
E-mail me at theGoodBadger@gmail.com to be listed here (please include a link to your hostel)
Changes to the Appalachian Trail in 2013
[Coming soon...]
Appalachian Trail Thru-Hiker Gear
This section is dedicated to helping you find the right gear including tips on how to save money.
For great thru-hiking gear tips, I recommend checking out The Dusty Camel’s gear page.
Steep and Cheap offers one great gear item per day at a large discount.
Stay in the Know
Join the Good Badger Facebook Page (the author), Appalachian Trials Facebook Page (the book) and the Appalachian Trail Thru-Hikers Class of 2013 Facebook Page (your community) to stay current on any updates to this page and all other things dealing with the 2013 Appalachian Trail. If there’s anything else you’d like to see on this page, let me know! We can make it happen, just input your comment below.
And this is awesome…
solo/nobo/ march 20th
Looking for any other hikers setting out for the 2013 thru hike around the same date.
Monday March 18th for me
Same week
March 22nd is my leave date. Got a fellow hiker and two dogs comin with. Email 4g63tmaniac@gmail.com
I’ll be leaving sometime that week as well!
I’m planning on starting the trail late feb/mid march and cant find anybody that wants to do it or can take off work long enough. I’m 28 year old guy from Thomasville, Ga. I just recently moved back home from Destin, Florida to prepare for my next adventure. I understand plenty of people will be on the trail but i prefer to find someone to start the travel with. I am not the most experience hiker but i’m in great shape, ive been preparing myself, and always up for a challenge. Shoot me an email at colinthacker@rocketmail.com if you are interested or just add me on facebook.
Looking to leave Chicago around mid march for a thru hike. Hit me up brickman420@gmail.com
Aquone Hostel
We are getting ready for the class of 2013, if you need to send a mail-drop
63 Britannia Drive
Aquone
Nantahala
NC 28781
828 321 2340
Steve & Maggie
Going SOBO starting July 22nd-ish. Would love to find a partner – ping me at jadebaranski@gmail.com if interested.
Planning on a S to N thur-hike 1st (ish) week of April 2013 after I walk my niece down the aisle for her wedding in AZ.
Looking for a hiking partner. North-bound, leaving March 23rd or 24th.
Hey Megan.. I’m Alicia and am also looking for a hiking partner for the AT… My email is burrisalicia@gmail.com and you can shoot me an email to see if our plans match up!!
Shoot me an email if you’re still looking for people to go with. Your departure date is pretty close to what I’m looking at myself. 4g63tmaniac@gmail.com
Cassels.casey@yahoo.com that close to my start
Setting off northbound on a late start around may looking to hike as far on the trail as I can get. Send me an email if interested
William18R@gmail.com
Hi! Names jess!. I’m a first timer thru hiker, but an experienced hiker. I’m in good shape (though “in shape” is relative on a hike of this magnitude.). I need a group to go with, as none of my friends choose to follow me on my crazy 2000 mile journey. Quick bio…I’m 31, male, single, straight, and live with three lesbians so trust me when I say I’m harmless, fairly quiet on the trail unless spoken to, very intelligent, ingenuitive, and honest. Email me @ 4g63tmaniac@gmail.com if your willing to take me in!
Who all is starting in mid March? Email me.
Anyone who want to know more about me. You can find me on fb Casey Cassels is my name. I 26 m from NorthEast Louisiana. Im hitting the trail mid March solo not unless I can find some folks to tag along. Either find me on fb or email me at Cassels.Casey@yahoo.com
So Stoked!! Leaving early april from chicago area to Georgia. First time hiking the AT and I’m planing on a thru hike.
I’m 50, and tried it last year but foot took me off trail. Doc says I’m good to go. I’m Giggles from last year, and keeping the trail name. Looking to head out mid to late April. Just lost my hiking partner who can’t start till June to late for me. Email me if interested. I’m easy going, don’t hike really fast, and don’t hike really slow. Live in Maine and have been hiking the Whites for about 5 years now.
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Yea ive been delayed a good bit from my initial start date but ill be on the trail in a few days if anyone else is gonna be there
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