Our Beloved Appalachian Trail
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Discover the Appalachian Trail:
History, Hikers, Angels and Magic
Join us for an insider's look at the history of America's most famous footpath that is right here in our backyard! Pat Doyle, Outreach Chair and past President of the Old Dominion Appalachian Trail Club, brings over 40 years of trail-building experience to the stage.
Having hiked the entire AT in sections starting in Nelson County and finishing in Maine in 2025, Pat will share his firsthand knowledge in a presentation followed by a Q&A.
What You'll Discover
Native Lands and Territories Along the AT: Learn about the importance of land acknowledgment which runs through 22
Indigenous Peoples' traditional territories
The 1980's Route Shift: A fascinating history of the trail between Reid's Gap and Rocktish Gap. Find out how and why most of this section was completely relocated since the mid-1980s to divert the trail from public roads and private lands.
The Thru-Hiker Experience: Learn about the incredible journeys of the hikers passing right through our backyard, and opportunities to support them through being trail angels and providing trail magic.
Behind the Scenes of Trail Care: Learn about trail maintenance and discover opportunities to keep the path healthy.
History, Hikers, Angels and Magic
Join us for an insider's look at the history of America's most famous footpath that is right here in our backyard! Pat Doyle, Outreach Chair and past President of the Old Dominion Appalachian Trail Club, brings over 40 years of trail-building experience to the stage.
Having hiked the entire AT in sections starting in Nelson County and finishing in Maine in 2025, Pat will share his firsthand knowledge in a presentation followed by a Q&A.
What You'll Discover
Native Lands and Territories Along the AT: Learn about the importance of land acknowledgment which runs through 22
Indigenous Peoples' traditional territories
The 1980's Route Shift: A fascinating history of the trail between Reid's Gap and Rocktish Gap. Find out how and why most of this section was completely relocated since the mid-1980s to divert the trail from public roads and private lands.
The Thru-Hiker Experience: Learn about the incredible journeys of the hikers passing right through our backyard, and opportunities to support them through being trail angels and providing trail magic.
Behind the Scenes of Trail Care: Learn about trail maintenance and discover opportunities to keep the path healthy.
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Where is it happening?
190 Rockfish School Ln, Afton, VA 22920-3000, United States
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Host or PublisherFriends of Nelson
