The Appalachian Trail Thru-Hike Planner is an essential reference for any hikers in the planning phase of a thru-hike or long-distance section-hike, based on experiences of dozens of thru-hikers and observations by staff and volunteers. This 8.5" x 11" paperback planner provides valuable information including sample schedules, average temperatures and precipitation by location, packing tips, as well as information on resupplies and health and safety. In addition, the workbook offers rip-out pages for calendars, budgets, resupply itineraries, and checklists for food and gear. Food, equipment, money, weather, shelters, distances to towns - it's all covered.