<p>If you are planning on (or just thinking about) hiking the Appalachian Trail, this book is for you.</p><p>Planning an Appalachian Trail thru-hike is overwhelming. I know. I spent months researching every question I could think of before starting journey.</p><p>Even after all of that research, there were countless mistakes I made. This book is everything I wish I would have known before starting. Inside is a step-by-step guide to efficiently plan for a successful thru-hike.</p><p>This book will tell you everything you need to know to plan a successful thru-hike. You will find the answers to questions such as:</p><p>Why do most people quit and how can I avoid their mistakes?</p><p>How do I do the doo in the middle of the woods?</p><p>What animals should I worry about?</p><p>What do zero, slack-packing and pink blazing mean?</p><p>How do I plan and budget for a 5-7 month hiking trip?</p><p>What permits will I need?</p><p>How do I hike 2200 miles without destroying my feet?</p><p>What gear do I need?</p><p>Where should I NOT have sex when thru-hiking?</p><p>These tips will help you plan adequately so that you can successfully thru-hike the Appalachian Trail.</p>