That is a tricky one. I imagine at some point they would love hikers to come in and spend money. At the same time you don't want to come in and eat up a town's limited resources. Not sure what is the best answer
I think you should good about your decision. No idea what things will look like in 300 miles and this is truly a once in a lifetime opportunity. Good luck.
Glad to see you still there. Maybe you should add a chain saw to your gear. I’ve heard some are requesting hikers for help. The trail maybe the only way to reach people. I continue to pray for you everyday. Sometimes the ATC is a little silly…I think you will be smart enough to figure it out….Happy Trails to you!
Maybe as you go along, people will be working on fixing things so that things will be better by the time you get there and you will be able to get resupplies and such. Also, you are not the type of hiker who depends on hostels that much, so that may work in your favor. So it may all work out. The worst problem will be re-routes involving a lot of road-walking. I'm not sure what they are going to do about that bridge in Erwin, Tennessee. That won't be an easy fix. All you can do is see what comes up, I guess.
I think at this point it is best to skip over from Atkins VA to Davenport Gap. It's difficult to know what to do and there is not much information available
These trail towns DEPEND on the hikers to make a living! I believe they would be thrilled to see you there!
That is a tricky one. I imagine at some point they would love hikers to come in and spend money. At the same time you don't want to come in and eat up a town's limited resources. Not sure what is the best answer
I think you should good about your decision. No idea what things will look like in 300 miles and this is truly a once in a lifetime opportunity. Good luck.
Much appreciated, thanks for the comment!
Glad to see you still there. Maybe you should add a chain saw to your gear. I’ve heard some are requesting hikers for help. The trail maybe the only way to reach people. I continue to pray for you everyday. Sometimes the ATC is a little silly…I think you will be smart enough to figure it out….Happy Trails to you!
Much appreciated, thank you!
Maybe as you go along, people will be working on fixing things so that things will be better by the time you get there and you will be able to get resupplies and such. Also, you are not the type of hiker who depends on hostels that much, so that may work in your favor. So it may all work out. The worst problem will be re-routes involving a lot of road-walking. I'm not sure what they are going to do about that bridge in Erwin, Tennessee. That won't be an easy fix. All you can do is see what comes up, I guess.
I think at this point it is best to skip over from Atkins VA to Davenport Gap. It's difficult to know what to do and there is not much information available
Also can’t you re-assess as you go these next 200-300 miles. Stay safe!
Very true, thanks for watching!