Trek Dirty to Me: 37 days until I start hiking the longest hiking-only trail in the world, and let's talk about protection on the trail for a minute.
No, I will not be bringing a weapon (or weapons) with me for my thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail. I am confident in the overwhelming safety of the trail and the community, and I am confident in my own ability to defend myself against the perils of nature and humans. So please relax. I’ll be safe.
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