Wandering Boots A.T. Adventures Services
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At Wandering Boots A.T. Adventures, we take care to provide each hiker with personalized attention to ensure that they are well prepared for their long distance hike. We guarantee that the day you begin your hike, you will have everything you need, and be as prepared as you can. Our experienced AT Hiking Instructors are well informed, professional, courteous and efficient.
Our primary goal is the complete support and logistic planning of an Appalachian Trail Thru-hike from beginning to end. We will have one small group of 3-10 hikers that will begin around the start of April (may start later but not past April 15th), depending on the weather, and includes a 1-3 day Orientation in Atlanta before heading off to the start of the trail. We do have a minimum requirement of 3 reserved spots for this hike and a maximum of 10 in order for hike to be scheduled.
The logistics of planning a 6 month AT hike can be overwhelming. Where to go, how to plan, what to expect, what gear to take, how to pack, how to resupply, how to get to towns, how to get to hostels and lodging, what maps do I take so I don't get lost, where do I stay on trail, do I have to hitchhike, what critters will I encounter along the way and how do I stay safe, how do I train, are all questions that hikers need to know and figure out. That's on top of dealing with the daily grind of hiking each day. Let us handle all of that so you can just concentrate on hiking!! Join our Support Thru-Hike from GA to ME and let us deal with the logistics so you can deal with the hiking part! Take a look below for information:
This hike will begin around the start of April. We will start with a 1-3 day Orientation where we will gather to meet everyone in the group, introduce ourselves to each other, educate everyone on trail usage, LNT ethics, explain what you should expect throughout the hike, go through the daily routine & ensure that everyone understands the challenges ahead, discuss logistics of the hike, go over gear, go over the rules of the AT, discuss hostels, trail towns, resupply options, go over the guidebooks and the FarOut app, security issues, trailhead meetups and more. We will review the animals that we may encounter and hazards we may face along the way. Before we head out, we will go through everyone's gear to be sure that nothing is forgotten & hikers will have the opportunity to get anything that may be needed at this time.
Pick up from the Atlanta airport (train or bus station), a 2 night stay in a condo near Atlanta, meals during Orientation, transportation to Amicalola Falls SP, lodging for the first night, and an expert Instructor on site are all included in this hike. An experienced thru-hiker will hike with the group for the first 3 weeks (until Fontana Dam) to offer assistance, encouragement, answer questions, go over daily logistics and how to plan the day, how to figure out lodging stays, and show hikers how the Support system will work when meeting up with the Support Vehicle.
Unlimited Consultations throughout winter with an experienced thru-hiker is included, along with a couple of video group chats as well. A Support Vehicle will follow the thru-hikers for their entire journey and will meet up at specific trailheads. Hikers will keep extra gear, clothes, and food in the Support Vehicle to save weight, time, and money. We will provide shuttles into towns when needed, help with lodging choices and reservations, provide logistics, have cold drinks and snacks waiting, provide security by keeping track of each hiker location, and more.
A complete A.T. thru-hike usually begins around early April, weather permitting, and finishes about 6 months later in mid to late September. Since there are approximately 3000+ hikers that begin hiking the trail around this time, we may begin a little later in an attempt to avoid some of the problems associated with being around so many people. We will begin hiking from Springer Mt, the start of the southern terminus in GA that is near Amicalola Falls State Park. Those who wish to drive to Orientation and follow to Amicalola, will be able to park at the SP for around $65. Hikers will be able to leave their vehicle there for the entire duration of the hike. We will stay at a room at the Lodge or rent a house nearby for the night before we start the hike to stay out of the elements while we finish up our preparations. Hikers will hike up the first mile to the top of Springer Mt without packs after registering at the park for the thru-hike. This way, all hikers can begin at the Springer Mt parking lot and head north without backtracking.
Because everyone will have different levels of experience, hikers will start off hiking slowly with an average of 5-10 miles per day for the first week and gradually increase from there. This is to prepare everyone for the hike, prepare the bodies for this type of exercise and attempt to avoid any injuries. As time goes on, you will most likely up the mileage accordingly but will never go above 20 miles per day (this amount will be months into the hike so don't panic). Hikers will spend, on average, 1-3 days in the woods before meeting the transport vehicle to resupply. We will provide transportation from the trailhead to stores for resupply, when needed, or have supplies already stored in the transport to save money and time. About once a week, we will be coming out of the woods to stop and resupply in a town where we can eat, take a shower, do laundry & if the opportunity presents itself, stay in a hostel or hotel. All camp and town food, laundry, lodging stays, and gear will be the responsibility of the hiker (unless stated).
Lodging at Orientation, the first night of the hike, the last night of the hike, and at Trail Days (3rd weekend in May) will be included. Food during Orientation will be included. Shuttles are included. Celebratory dinner at the end is included. Unlimited Consultations are included.
Hikers will check into the Support Vehicle at designated trailheads to resupply and for safety reasons. If a hiker is not heard from, someone will be hiking back to find them. Hikers hike at their own pace and are not required to keep up with other members of the group unless they want to. Hikers do have to stay in relative closeness to avoid long separation distances that would affect resupply availability. Hikers will be shuttled to lodging stays, towns, and resupply stores when coming off trail. Hikers will be notified of these options in each area.
The Appalachian Trail officially ends on top of Mt. Katahdin in Baxter State Park, Maine. You will have an experienced thru-hiker hike with the group up Mt Katahdin and take a group photo at the top. All photos of the hike will become available to everyone once they are downloaded to Google Photos and a link sent. A shuttle back to town will be included once everyone comes down, and we will all meet for a celebration dinner to finalize the end of a long but unforgettable journey. Transportation from Millinocket to the bus station or Bangor international airport will be included. Additional transportation back to Atlanta can be arranged for an additional cost. We may offer an extended stays in Maine for day hikes or exploration as an extra add on as well.
2025 Pricing: $4500 per month per person. Discounts available before Dec 31st, 2026.
COMPLETE APPALACHIAN TRAIL THRU-HIKE
1-6 MONTHS
We understand that some folks cannot take an entire 6 months off. New hikers wanting to join the thru-hike group for 1-6 months must start off with the group in April to avoid logistic issues later on when the thru-hike group will have their trail legs and will be doing more miles per day.
If you are an experienced backpacker, have hiked with us before, or have done some hiking on the AT prior, you may be able to join us mid hike for however long you wish, as long as you can keep up with the groups' daily mileage. Includes everything above depending on when you join us.
2025 Pricing: $4500 per month (For the first month of April only, a fee of $5000 is required and a $500 discount will be applied on month 2 if you decide to continue)
We now offer a 24 hr Course/Seminar with a free week hike for those folks who just want a taste of the trail and gain some experience. This is a learning hike for new backpackers. We will spend 1 day in an "outdoor" classroom learning about gear and the trail. Then, attendees will be invited to join their Instructor on a free 5 day trek with their experienced AT hiker instructor to implement what they have learned.
This is a great way to learn about the trail, check out the necessary gear, and gain some experience before committing to something more. Most hikes leave from Amicalola Falls SP in GA, Deep Gap. NC, or Harper's Ferry, WV for beginners. Other Course/Seminar locations w/free week hikes along the trail that are more challenging are reserved for more experienced hikers and reserved privately.
Hikers arrive on a Sunday for the Instruction Course/Seminar, where we will talk about the trail, go over gear, set up camp at the campground, take a short hike and go have dinner. Once the course if complete, a free hike is offered on Monday morning with your Instructor. The planned mileage is about 6-10 miles per day. Hikers joining their Instructor must carry their own gear. We hike and camp for 3-4 nights and have a hostel/cabin stay for night 4. The last day we either slackpack or finish up backpacking, depending on which section we decide to hike. Hikers go home Friday evening.
Each hike location has a different setup and daily mileage limit. Week long hikes are reserved for after the Support Thru-hike is over and set up for Oct and early Nov. Hikers may be able to join the first week of the Support Thru-hike in April for however long they wish but must start off with the group. Orientation is strictly for current or future thru-hikers only since we go over many things that week long hikers do not need to know in such detail. Hikers will need to arrange a shuttle to Amicalola Falls SP on day 1, which we can arrange with an outside shuttle service or pickup at the train station along the way.
2025 Pricing: $1200 per person
THRU-HIKER SPECIAL
The Thru-hiker Special includes unlimited consultations with an expert thru-hiker to help you prepare for the journey ahead. We will go over everything you will need for gear, how to train and prepare, what guidebooks and apps you will need, what security measures you should be taking, what to expect along the way, LNT ethics, lodging options, shuttles, trail towns, budget, how to resupply, and more. There is so much to learn and figuring out the logistics can be overwhelming. Let an experienced thru-hiker help you out and sift through all the choices.
Consulting Fee: $100
Wish to join us for a Complete Support Thru-Hike? Contact us for more info.
Discounts for former hikers. Discount when deposits are made before Dec 31st, 2025. Discounts on a Support Thru-Hike if complete balance is paid in full by mid Feb of 2026. Backpacker Insurance is highly recommended. No Refunds after Jan 1st on a Support Thru-Hike. Month to Month payment is available without discounts (unless deposit is given before Dec 31st) . A $5000 deposit is required for the Support Thru-Hike and applied to overall balance.
Want a Private and Supported Thru-Hike without the group setting? Wish to have an experienced Thru-hiker hike along with you? Wish to Slackpack for most of the trail and not carry a heavy pack? Want the hike to be All-Inclusive to cover gear, lodging, food, and shuttles? Contact us for more info. Private hike for yourself, with friends, or with family. Inquire about costs. Deadline for a private hike reservation is Sept 1st.
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