>>1547545this guy is a peak retard,
don't be like peak retarded OP, anon
Use your brain & be prepared when going out, if yo do the opposite of OP you'll probably live if you have trouble
>the Appalachian Trail is one of the most rigorous hiking trails in the world not including dangerous wildlife, The south has many animal dangers along with the environmental ones. as you go north the environment gets more rigorous too>many of the trails are loose stone/shale that eats through the thick soles of hiking boots many hikers burn through 3 pairs of quality boots minimum in 1 full hike through.
Also Indians wore deerskin moccasins you retards, they knew infected feet was a death sentence for them & planned accordingly, the only time you shouldn't wear foot protection is if in grassy fields/planes
>the outposts for hiker depots/resupplies are spaced 4 days - 1 1/2 weeks apart requiring you to plan the entire trip ahead & to fully know your physical limits/nutritional needs. Many hikers have to quit because they underestimate/overestimate needs/capabilitiesthis isn't a stroll in the woods one night, its a physical & mental marathon
>Using a hammock is noob tierThe possibility you will find a viable sleeping area for a hammock along the trail when you need to stop is slim at best. Its better to have a lightweight tent w/ground tarp & a sleeping bag thats reliable every night that can be set up in a hurry if weather is moving in
>due to the fact hundreds of hikers travel that trail in a season, your rarely likely to find natural food supplies1 every hiker worth their salt is gunna grab a few fresh berries
2 your more likely to get attacked by a bear that way if your going minimalist w/ food on your person because you rely on it & they fucking want it & know the trail is a high traffic area for food.
