Greetings to all folks near and far.

Summer is almost here and there will be lots of people hiking the Appalachian Trail. If you are planning on hiking this year, check all your gear to make sure all is in good shape and ready to go. Have fun and enjoy your hiking season.

Here is my latest article from the Appalachia site at BellaOnline.com.

Appalachian Trail - Conserving The AT
With the help of over 6,000 volunteers putting in over 200,000 hours every year, the Appalachian Trail Conservancy preserves and makes it possible that the trail's natural beauty and heritage is there for people to enjoy.

http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art176520.asp

Till next time, may you walk in peace and harmony and may all your roads lead safely home.
Phyllis
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Phyllis Doyle Burns, Appalachia Editor
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