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Mary Beth Skylis
My Stories
What It’s Like to Thru-Hike the Appalachian Trail as a Transgender Woman
“The world and how it interacts with me changed the day I came out as trans”
My Worst Hike: Weary Lungs—Or a Deadly Medical Emergency?
A hiker starts experiencing coughing fits and chest pain on the trail. Is it just the aftereffects of a long day, or something more serious?
Snag Your Used Dream Gear for Pennies With These Tips
Buying outdoor equipment doesn’t have to be expensive, if you know where to look.
Hikers Are Leaving Garbage at One of the Appalachian Trail’s Most Famous Spots—and It’s Attracting Bears
Roanoke Appalachian Trail Club posts warning that litter is leading bruins to McAfee Knob.
The Case for Section Hiking
Thru-hiking is a wonderful experience, but it’s not the only way to see a long trail. And for a lot of people, it might not even be the best.
Do You Squat When You Pee? These Hiker Hygiene Products Are For You
So fresh and so clean.
Pacific Crest Trail Thru-Hikes May Be Another Casualty of the California Wildfires
With the state’s forest closures set to run through September 17, southbound PCT hikers could be out of luck for the season.
A New Bill Would Complete the Continental Divide Trail by 2028
Legislation introduced by Representative Joe Neguse would seek finish the CDT by its 50th birthday.
Where to Hike with your Dad for Father’s Day
These ten hikes are the perfect Father's Day getaways.
Aggressive Bears Wreak Havoc on Hikers’ Plans for Parts of the AT
Tennessee Section of the Appalachian Trail Closes Camping Due to Bear Activity Forest Service shutters campsites and shelters over a 13-mile stretch after receiving reports of multiple aggressive bruins.