My first post. I am planning to section hike the AT, starting at Springer mountain, around the end of April. looking for a happy female to enjoy about a month or so with me. Im in my 50s and will be setting a relaxed pace. Where do I begin my search for a hiking buddy? Thanks,
Orca
Starting in April you will meet many “thru” hikers. I suspect you could find some compatible folks on trail. If you make it a month you will outlast many of the “thru” hikers who in reality are only section, weekend or even day hikers.
Gg-man
Thanks for the insight. Im not much for running with the pack but that is my Plan B. Im driving down from Maine, and my destination for my 2014 leg of the Section Hike is Knoxville. I have family there. Kinda hoping to find a travel/hiking partner for sharing and motivating (when needed), before hitting the trail. Considering that I would rather avoid the rush at the starting line, do you recomend starting in May, rather then April? Thanks
Orca
I am starting on May 23rd and hiking to Fontana Dam, 166 miles. I plan to finish on June 2nd, so I am looking at finishing in 11 days, so approximately 15 to 16 miles a day. I don’t know if that fits your bill or not. I am 50 as well, but not a female hiker. If that is anything that works for you, respond to this reply and I will provide you with and email address. This should help keep me out of the heavy traffic. In addition, this is not my first year of doing this. It will actually mark my 6th year. After this, I will have completed GA, NC, TN and portion of VA.
Please let me know,
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Orca,
Also am looking for hiking partner to section hike AT.
Am 51 year old female. Have section hiked Lower part of Pa., thru Maryland, WV and Parts of VA. This summer am looking to hike New York and New Jersey starting at the NY/CT border. Message me if interested. Am from Va.
Boo