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Appalachian Trail Conservancy (ATC)
The Appalachian Trail Conservancy( ATC) is the primary source for information regarding the Appalachian Trail. The ATC provides books, maps, and logistical information about the trail. But most importantly, they serve as the stewards of the AT, organizing countless volunteers who maintain this awesome footpath. Great organization!
Appalachian Trail Hiking Tips Cincinnati Enquirer interview
This is an article with tips on preparing for a thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail.
Appalachian Trail Services web site
A site with journals and links to services along the trail.
Association of Long Distance Hikers (aldha)
This is the club to join after the trail. They host an annual "Gathering" each fall with plenty of inspirational adventure presentations to keep the wanderlust alive.
besthike.com
Great site for information on hiking the John Muir Trail.
Bob Shaver's Outdoor Related Blog
An interesting site with a variety of outdoor topics including some uniques outdoor related inventions.
Books Leaving Footprints
Check out Joan Young's award-winning book "North Country Cache: Adventures on a National Scenic Trail" from New York to North Dakota.
Boom This
This is a great site for baby boomers to bookmark. They featured Jeff's 8 tips to acclimate back to the real world after your grand adventure.
bplite.com
A website devoted to lightweight backpacking.
Bright Research
This organization is dedicated to helping families of children with brain injuries such as cerebral palsy.
Burnham Ink
The Burnham's have assembled a great outdoor travel site to inspire you to explore the natural beauty all around us.
Dave Smith's 2010 AT in memory of brother
Dave Smith will begin a northbound thru-hike on 4/1/10 in memory of his brother and to raise funds for the Adaptive Sports Partnership of the North Country. Check out his site to follow his expedition and donate to a special cause.
ejazztravel
Check out Jeff's 8 tips to acclimate back to the real world after your adventure. This site has lots of good travel info.
Garren Creek Photography
A wonderful outdoor photographer.
Healthopedia
Find out more about Cerebral Palsy.
Hike For Habitat
Robert Raab from Columbus, Ohio is hiking the Appalachian Trail and raising money for Habitat for Humanity.
Hike the JMT
This is a helpful website for information about the John Muir Trail.
Hiking and Camping Stuff
The best place to buy your outdoor equipment. A family owned and operated business dedicated to people who love the outdoors. Years of experience with hiking and camping equipment makes them one of the premier outdoor websites on the internet.
HikingForums.net
A collection of General Discussion, Trail Recommendation and Hiking Gear forums.
hikingideas.com
Great site to help put your next adventure together.
Inside Scoop Live
Listen to Jeff Alt as he shares tips on: How to camp in the woods and stay married; how nature heals; and why he is so passionate about hiking. Jeff also talks about his recent family hike in Ireland carrying his 21-month daughter on his back.
International Appalachian Trail
The AT now continues from the American northern Terminus of Katahdin, ME to Quebec Canada.
Jeff Alt's travel column
Book mark my travel column and you can keep up with my latest trail adventures from around the world.
Kelty
A quality brand of backpacks, tents, sleeping bags, child carriers, and more.
Magaroni's Adventures
Check out Magaroni's adventures. I met Magaroni along the AT in 1998. Wanderlust seemed to have taken hold, and he kept on walking.
Nimble Will Nomads Adventures
Eb has walked from coast to coast and from Key west to Quebec. In 2004 Eb retraced the Lewis & Clark expedition. Keep an eye on this guy for more adventures.
Outdoorzy
This site is for everyone who describes themselves as "outdoorzy". Full of great blogs and information.
Southbounders
A Film About a Journey on the Appalachian Trail.
The Backpacker
The Backpacker has some interesting and helpful information regarding the Appalachian Trail.
The Hiking Web Site
A hiking website with information for the beginner and advanced backpacker.
The Johannesburg Hiking Club
Planning a trip to South Africa? Check out the Johannesburg Hiking Club page for the insider scoop on the best hiking.
The Sunshine Foundation
The Sunshine Foundation is the foundation that I raised money for on my Appalachian journey. The Sunshine staff and residents have been like extended family. When ever I visit my brother Aaron, I get the feeling of being in someone's home not an institution.
Timothy Seaman's Music
Timothy Seaman's music is magical, inspiring, and peaceful. He combines the hammer dulcimer, guitar, piano, banjo, flute, and many more instruments to create a nature celebration. I play Tim's music during my Walk for Sunshine presentations. Timothy has accompanied me with live music on a few occasions.
Tom Mangan's two heel drive
A great hiking blog full of interesting and current hiking related pictures and stories.
Trail Days 2006-07
Trail Days 2006-07, Damascus, Virginia hosts the largest annual Appalachian Trail festival.
Trail Fest 2007
Trail Fest 2007, Hot Springs, North Carolina, one of my favorite trail towns hosts an annual trail festival.
Trail Journals
Trail Journals publishes journals of AT hikers as they walk.
Traveling Today
Check out Jeff's 8 tips to acclimate back to the real world. This magazine has lots of current and intersting travel tips and stories.
United Cerebral Palsy Fund
United Cerebral Palsy Fnd. is the primary organization dedicated to finding a cause and cure for Cerebral Palsy.
Virtual Parks
This site is amazing. Chock full of stunning outdoor panoramic photos of the Sierra and other western parks.
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