Join us for the hiking journey of a lifetime
AN APPALACHIAN TRAIL SUPPORT THRU-HIKE COMPANY
Wandering Boots offers a unique hiking guide service that has not been done before. We are proud to offer a professional, highly experienced, EMT trained hiking guide for a completely Supported & Assisted Appalachian Trail (AT) Thru-Hike for the entire length of the Appalachian Trai for 6 months
Here at Wandering Boots, we want to take away all the stress & worries of planning such an undertaking as hiking the entire length of the Appalachian Trail. We are totally committed to helping you reach your goals. Experienced AT Thru-Hiker, Michelle Michaud (Fyrfly), will plan, Instruct, offer emotional and physical support, provide shuttles, and be your total logistics mgr team from beginning to end to help ensure that you complete your goal of hiking the entire 2,179 mile journey from Georgia to Maine.
We ensure that each hiker is well prepared and trained for this amazing but challenging endeavor, and all logistics taken care of. Our small group size ensures that each hiker is given undivided, personal attention and lots of encouragement so that their life changing journey can be fun and stress free. So, come along and join us for a journey of a lifetime!
We also understand that not everyone can afford the expense and time off that this type of journey requires so we also offer shorter hiking adventures as well, with most of the same services included. These options are perfect for the beginner backpacker or for someone who just cannot take the 5-6 months off that is required for a complete thru-hike.
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OUR APPALACHIAN TRAIL HIKING ADVENTURES
COMPLETE APPALACHIAN TRAIL THRU HIKE
The logistics of planning a 6 month Appalachian Trail hike from Georgia to Maine can be overwhelming. Where to go, how to plan, what to expect, what gear to take, how to pack, how to resupply, how to get to towns, how to get to hostels and lodging, what maps do I take so I don't get lost, where do I stay on trail, do I have to hitchhike, what critters will I encounter along the way and how do I stay safe, how do I train, are all questions that hikers need to know and figure out. Let us handle all of that so you can just concentrate on hiking!!
10 DAY APPALACHIAN THRU-HIKER SPECIAL
It starts with a 3 day Orientation where we will go over everything you will need for gear, how to prepare, what guidebooks and apps you will need, what security measures you should be taking, what to expect along the way, Leave No Trail (LNT) ethics, lodging options, shuttles, trail towns, budget, how to resupply, and more. There is so much to learn, and figuring out the logistics can be overwhelming. Let an experienced thru-hiker help you out and sift through all the choices
24 HR COURSE/SEMINAR WITH A FREE 5 DAY HIKE
For those folks who just want a taste of the trail and gain some experience. This is a learning hike for new backpackers. We will spend 1 day in an "outdoor" classroom learning about gear and the trail. Then, attendees will be invited to join their Instructor on a free 5 day trek with their experienced Appalachian Trail hiker instructor to implement what they have learned.
This is a great way to learn about the trail, check out the necessary gear, and gain some experience before committing to something more
OTHER APPALACHIAN TRAIL HIKING SERVICES
We offer other Appalachian trail hiking services during certain times of the year. Want a Private and Supported Thru-Hike without the group setting? Wish to have an experienced Thru-hiker hike along with you? Wish to Slackpack for most of the trail and not carry a heavy pack? Want the hike to be All-Inclusive to cover gear, lodging, food, and shuttles? These include the following:
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Month long hikes
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Week long hikes
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Private hiking guides
