Hello all!

Starting in March of 2022, I plan on thru-hike the 2,190 miles of the Appalachian Trail, from Georgia to Maine. This has been a goal of mine for a couple years, and I feel like now is the time to tackle it! When I first moved up to Franklin in 2015, I had never heard of the AT. Let alone how to correctly say Appalachian (app-uh-Latch-in). However, after my first backpacking trip, I was hooked. I think I realized I wanted to hike the AT after going to a talk that Jamy Beth Ferraro (my now sister-in-law!) did a couple of years back. She shared stories about her time on the trail, and I knew I wanted to have this experience too.

The money raised will help go to the remaining gear I need, as well as food resupplies along the trail, showers & laundry in town, and help with an emergency fund.

I am so thrilled for this opportunity to spend 6 months of my life living in the woods and appreciate any contribution.

With your help, I will be EATING MOUNTAINS FOR BREAKFAST!

Sincerely,

Katie