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Dale "Grey Beard" Sanders just became the oldest person to complete the Appalachian Trail at age 91, finishing the 2,190-mile journey after 359 days, 71 falls, and one hospitalization. His secret to success? Doughnuts, determination, and trail angels bringing caramel frappes.
Dale "Grey Beard" Sanders just became the oldest person to complete the 2,200-mile Appalachian Trail at age 91. Even better, he broke his own record from 2017.
In 1955, Emma Gatewood became the first woman to solo-hike the entire Appalachian Trail in one season—at age 67, with no tent, no boots, and a homemade sack over her shoulder. She told her eleven children she was just going for a walk.
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After 359 days, 71 falls, and one hospitalization, 91-year-old Dale Sanders just became the oldest person ever to hike all 2,190 miles of the Appalachian Trail. He reclaimed a record he first set at age 82, beating his friend who took the title in 2021.
A writer set out to explore the Appalachian Trail and ended up discovering how trails connect everything from ant behavior to the internet. Robert Moor's "On Trails" transforms a simple hiking story into a fascinating journey through science, history, and human nature.
Dozens of volunteers gathered in Montana's mountains to maintain a beloved stretch of the Continental Divide Trail, honoring a community member who championed outdoor stewardship. The annual Pete Sorini Day brought together neighbors, hikers, and forest service staff to clear fallen trees and trim overgrowth near Butte.
Four Athens County students are among 330 young people across Appalachian Ohio receiving life-changing scholarships this year. The Foundation for Appalachian Ohio just awarded over $870,000 to help students pursue their dreams.
After three decades of planning and persistence, Minnesota has finished one of America's longest paved bike trails. The 165-mile Mesabi Trail connects 28 communities through stunning scenery and historic mining country.
Dedicated volunteers in Michigan's Upper Peninsula are maintaining beloved trails that serve 74,000 people each year, proving community spirit keeps nature accessible for everyone. Some volunteers adopt entire trails for the summer season.
More than 100 volunteers are carving out a new mile of Wisconsin's Ice Age Trail this week, removing a dangerous highway section and opening stunning lakeside views. The project shows the power of community hands building trails for future generations.
A brand new trail now connects six European countries across 3,500 kilometers, creating one of the continent's most ambitious hiking adventures. The Wolf Trail takes hikers from Poland's Baltic coast all the way to Italy's Adriatic shores in a four to six month journey.
Hundreds of community members are transforming a beloved hiking trail into something better this Saturday. The free clean-up event celebrates National Trails Day while restoring 22 miles of urban wilderness that serves hikers, families, and wildlife alike.
Retired cross-country skiing champion Jessie Diggins just conquered a new challenge: her first 100-mile trail race. The four-time Olympic medalist finished first among women after 25 grueling hours on Minnesota's rugged Superior Trail.
For over a decade, the Back Country Horsemen of the Croatan have quietly maintained 15 miles of public trails in North Carolina's Croatan National Forest. Now they're hoping more people will discover their work and join them.
A California town is turning wildfire devastation into hope, one planted tree at a time. This weekend, volunteers will camp under the stars and help rebuild mountain trails destroyed by the massive Dixie Fire.
Ohio University Zanesville will host a free summit bringing together community members to share powerful stories of resilience and recovery across Appalachian Ohio. The September event offers both in-person and virtual options for anyone wanting to connect through stories of strength.
Mountain bikers in Sheridan are turning trail maintenance into a party. The June 11 volunteer night promises weed whacking, group rides, and free snacks for anyone willing to help.
The Foundation for Appalachian Ohio just awarded over $870,000 in scholarships to students across 32 counties, opening doors to college for hundreds of young people. Four Washington County teens earned scholarships for their leadership and community service.
A secret cycle path in Napier, New Zealand weaves through earthquake-born wetlands where planes soar overhead and lagoons once rippled. The peaceful trail transforms an airport drive-by into an adventure through nature and history.
Brazil is building a network of hiking trails that protect wildlife, prevent illegal activity, and bring income to rural communities. The country's newest 115-mile path connects two national parks through three different ecosystems.
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