Greg Seymour
Greg Seymour is a quitter. In 2013 he and his wife Jen left the earn-more, spend-more grind of corporate America to live a more simple yet fulfilling life chockfull with adventures. He is the author of two popular books about living in Costa Rica and recently co-wrote a book with Jen about tips gleaned from their AT journey: Thru-Hiking the Appalachian Trail – 100 Tips, Tricks, Traps, and Facts.
5 Things to know before planning an Appalachian Trail thru-hike
Are you dreaming of leaving life behind and taking a long-distance backpacking trip? Do you want to hike your way thru iconic National Parks and landscapes? Are you planning an Appalachian Trail thru-hike from Springer Moutain, Georgia to Katahdin, Maine. Long-distance backpacking trips often occupy the upper echelon of many a wanderer’s bucket list. The three most popular long trails in the U.S. are the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT), the Continental Divide Trail (CDT), and the Appalachian Trail (AT). Completing all three is considered the Triple Crown of backpacking. Last year my wife and I completed the Appalachian Trail in our mid 40’s. We spent one day shy of six…
