Two-Timing it on the Appalachian Trail

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November 12, 2015

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The Appalachian Trail is the most famous long distance footpath in the world, and for hikers who make the grueling 2,189-mile trek from end-to-end, it is unquestionably the adventure of a lifetime. One AT thru-hike is enough for most, but not 56-year old Carey Kish of Mount Desert Island, who decided twice was better.

Carey on Mcaffe Knob, VA

Carey on Mcaffe Knob, VA

Join Carey as he describes in words and images his recent 189-day AT journey from Georgia to Maine, starting March 18 on Springer Mountain and ending October 4, 2015 on Katahdin.

Learn about the amazing mountain scenery, the camaraderie of fellow hikers, fun trail towns and precious trail angels, scary wildlife encounters, and the highs and lows of putting one foot in front of the other for six months.

Discover how much the trail has changed since Kish first hiked it 38 years ago in 1977 as an 18-year old kid fresh out of Bangor High School, and get tips for planning your own AT thru-hike.

Kish is author of the AMCs new Best Day Hikes Along the Maine Coast and editor of the AMCs Maine Mountain Guide. Signed copies will available for sale.

Tuesday, December 1, 2015
Epic Sports, 6 Central St, Bangor 6:00 PM
FREE PROGRAM – PUBLIC INVITED
FMI contact Nancy Jacobson