Hiking the 2,200-mile Appalachian Trail is a monumental achievement for anyone. Now imagine doing it with 13 kids in tow – it sounds almost impossible. But that’s exactly what Nikki Bettis set out to ...

Local photographer Carly Rae Brunault’s book, “Trail Name Tales,” highlights the nicknames that Appalachian Trail hikers give themselves (and each other). Carly Rae Brunault holds a copy of her book, ...

The first time I wrote about Randy Fandal was in mid-March when he was setting off on a 2,174-mile hike, hoping to walk the Appalachian Trail from one end to the other. Randy FandalRandy Fandal at the ...

In American slang, “take a hike” is often used to tell someone to go away. But as the Appalachian Trail Conservancy celebrates its 100th anniversary, the organization is working to reframe the phrase ...

While "Gilmore Girls" made fictional Stars Hollow famous on the silver screen, Connecticut has plenty of real places that exude a similar small-town charm, idyllic spots that could easily be ...

DUNCANNON, Pa. — Along the 2,200-mile Appalachian Trail, the small town of Duncannon in Perry County stands out as a beacon of support and camaraderie for thru-hikers, thanks to welcoming locals and ...

Between local and federal parks and State Game Lands, the Greater Lehigh Valley corner of eastern Pennsylvania offers some stunning vistas that are perfect for a day-trip hike to view fall foliage.

Upcoming Community Hikes include Old Speck Mountain, Bald Mountain and Little Bigelow Mountain. REGION — The Maine Appalachian Trail Land Trust recently announced its winter hikes schedule. The ...

The Appalachian Trail covers over 2,000 miles and passes through 14 states. It's known for rugged terrain and long days on foot, but the deeper you look, the more odd history you’ll find. A public ...