The list of websites, blogs, vlogs, forums, books, movies, podcasts and people that can help prepare for a thru-hike is extensive, to say the least. The following resources were especially helpful in planning and preparation for my AT thru-hike, that I recommend for any future hiker.
| AT Hostel Locations | List of all Hostel locations along the AT |
| AT Maildrop Locations | List of all Maildrop locations along the AT |
| AT Resupply Locations | Maildrop and Resupply cities/towns within 1 mile of the AT |
| AT Trail Slang | Common terms used in the AT hiker community |
| AT Transport Options | Plane, Bus, and Train routes to and from the AT |
| All USPS Locations | Post Offices for mail drops in every major city along the AT |
| Data – Mileage Chart | Mile-by-mile profile of the AT and milestones |
| Data – Digital Trail Map | Google Maps version of the trail with milestones |
| Data – Map Man Data | Day/miles recommendation from past thru-hiker data |
| Food – Bulk Foods | Died fruits, nuts, and other backpacking food items |
| Food – Harmony House | Dehydrated and freeze-dried food fruits, veggies, & soups |
| Food – Honeyville Foods | Freeze-dried meats and cheeses |
| Food – MRE Depot | Military-style freeze-dried meats, cheeses, pilot crackers |
| Food – Condiments | Individual serving condiment packets for purchase |
| Food – Trail Cooking | Recipes for creative and simple one-pot camping meals |
| Food – Trail Recipes | Backpacking meal planning, recipes, and preparations |
| Garage Grown Gear | Online collection of cottage vendor and ultralight gear |
| blog – Erik the Black | Trip planner and blogger that inspired my meal planning |
| blog – JAX DAD | Blog of 2017 thru-hiking that inspired my blogging style |
| vlog – Darwin on the Trail | YouTuber & 2016 thru-hiker that inspired my gear planning |
| vlog – Early Riser 71 | YouTube of 2017 thru-hiker that inspired my vlogging style |
| book – Platinum Blazing | My first book, a “best of” for luxurious AT experiences |
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