Appalachian Trail Thru-Hike 2026 | Official Announcement

Описание: Is the 2026 Appalachian Trail thru-hike actually happening? After months of planning and getting my gear ready, I have the official word on my hiking schedule for the new year! Tune in to hear my major AT thru-hike announcement and the real plan for my time on the trail.

Sadly... No. But, while I won't be doing an Appalachian Trail thru-hike in 2026, I am making a huge commitment to the AT Hiker Community! Living just a short drive from the trail in beautiful Northeast Tennessee (near Watauga Dam, Elizabethton, and Cross Mountain), I'm officially dedicating myself to becoming a consistent AT Trail Angel and providing tons of Trail Magic.

My goal is to give back to the community that has given me so many hours of entertainment and thoughtful whimsy. This year, you can expect me to be:

-Setting up Trail Magic with candy, sodas, and sandwiches at key spots like Cross Mountain and the road crossings around Watauga Lake.
-Offering rides and other hiker support, especially for those stuck when the weather rolls in. If you're on the trail near Elizabethton, Erwin, or Hampton, hit me up!
-Vlogging my experience giving back to hikers, camping trips, and, of course, some more local food reviews on the Moonshine & Marshmallows Vlog!

Follow my journey and subscribe to watch all the trail magic unfold! Thank you to all the amazing past hikers who have inspired me—this year is all about paying it forward.

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