I am going to be a senior in high school next year, and summer has come.myself and one or two buddies are trying to plan a good 2-3 day backpacking trip. None of us have ever been backpacking before, and know very little about the sport but we believe we have the supplies neccissary so the next step is to find a good location. We are from central ohio and my buddy suggested driving a few hour into west virginia and hicking some of the Appalachian. If anyone has any good tips as far as a good place to hike i would appreciate youre advice. we are looking for a good and difficult trail, becuase we are all atheletic and would really like to get out and push ourselves for a few days. Thanks
_Evan_Good Trail Suggestions
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Tons of good choices.
May I suggest the northern part of Shenandoah national Park on into Harpers Ferry. Not sure how many miles you are thinking, or the weight you will carry, but guys your age, in great shape should be able to handle 10 to 12 miles with no problem just starting out, especially for a short trip of 2-3 days. This will give you some challenging hiking (The Racecourse) and also plenty of options to bail if you decide you need to.
It will also put you in contact with some thru hikers - great folks to meet and get inspiration from as well as gear critiques if you so choose. You will also be able to learn a lot about technique and options if you are observant and ask questions.
If you want, post your gear list, and the good folks here on WhiteBlaze will be happy to pick it apart, tell you what probably won’t work, what will, make some suggestions for cheap alternatives. This may help keep you from carrying a cooler to keep your Coke in. 
Anyway, have a great trip. Summer on the AT is a great time to get your feet wet (literally and figuratively) in backpacking.
Have a blast!
_Lyle_
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Sorry, my post above said the good folks here at WB. My bad.
Folks here at Trail Forums are great too (many of the same folks), and can offer great suggestions.
_Lyle_