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The Appalachian Trail is an inspiration to people even after they’ve finished their hike. Some people go on to hike other Scenic Trails, others open hostels or cafes along the Trail, and then there are those that are inspired to maintain the trail for their fellow thru-hikers. In part two of ATTN’s Christmas special and the final installation of the year, Mountain Squid tells us how he was inspired to stay busy after his hike along the AT. We learn how he has kept connected with the trail that he loves by becoming part of a trail maintenance team and the work he does in encouraging hikers just starting their journey! #appalachaintrailtn #ATTNPodcast #findyourtrail

Can you remember the last 6 months of your life, and differentiate your days from each other? Or are you stuck in a routine every day, where nothing is memorable? This is exactly how our two thru-hikers, Two-thirds and Highlander, felt in their everyday lives. However, they decided to change that and their trip along the Appalachian Trail has been nothing short of a life changer. Find out in this week’s episode, There’s a Story Waiting for You, how two very different people learned to embrace what is before them and be open to unplanned events happening. #appalachiantrailtn #ATTNPodcast #findyourtrail

We all have our own set of dreams that we hope one day come true. Whether it be landing your dream job or going to a dream destination. Well for thru-hiker, F-Ward, his hike along the Appalachian Trail is living up to everything he dreamed it would be. From the views at the Roan Highlands to the friendships that he is making along the way, learn how the AT has been nothing short of amazing for our hiker in this week’s episode! #appalachiantrailtn #ATTNPodcast #findyourtrail

How long do you train before taking on the AT? How much gear research do you need to do? Is any preparation even needed? The answer to these questions will vary greatly from hiker to hiker. That’s especially true for this week’s thru-hiker, Green Bean, who went from his couch to the AT only researching the gear he needed before beginning his journey. Learn in this week’s episode, Couch to AT, that it doesn’t take extensive training to conquer your hike along the Appalachian Trail! #appalachiantrailtn #ATTNPodcast #findyourtrail

So, you’ve had a long day hiking the AT and you’ve now found yourself in Roan Mountain, TN. All you’re wanting to do is take a shower, get a good meal, sleep in a bed and resupply you pack. What do you do? Simple, you stop at Mountain Harbor B&B and Hiker Hostel! Learn how Mountain Harbor owners, David and Mary Hill, had their lives changed by the AT community and how they are now catering to hiker’s needs in this week’s podcast! #appalachiantrailtn #ATTNPodcast #findyourtrail

What are some words that come to mind when you think about the Appalachian Trail? Hiking, beauty, nature, and freedom are probably top of mind. More than likely economics is not very high on that list. However, for AT Communities to develop and prosper, a good economic relationship between businesses and communities have to exist. Find out from Tyler Engle, Unicoi County Economic Development Director, just what it takes for a small community to embrace its best natural asset, the AT, in this week’s podcast!#appalachiantrailtn #ATTNPodcast #findyourtrail #RISEerwin

Ever wondered what inspires people to start hiking the AT? For some it could be their love for all things outdoors and the thrill of adventure. For others, maybe the “real-world” gets to be too much and the AT offers a step-back to reality. Or maybe it’s a combination of both. Learn what motivated former accountants, Butters and Too Sweet, in their quest to thru-hike the AT, and what keeps them motivated to continue along the trail! #appalachiantrailtn #ATTNPodcast

When thinking of hiking the AT, I bet you don’t realize how much thru-hikers help provide for small communities. You probably don’t think about the money they can bring into a town on their Zero Days replenishing their food supplies, grabbing a cup of coffee, or even staying overnight to sleep in an actual bed. Well small business owner, Ben McNabb, of Erwin, TN understands the importance of thru-hikers in small towns. Listen now to ATTN’s second podcast to learn how a little hiker hospitality from Ben goes a long way to creating a successful trail town! #appalachiantrailtn #ATTNPodcast Photo Credit: Parker Bohon Photography

Thru or section hiking aren’t the only things that bring people to Northeast Tennessee trail towns. The abundance of outdoor recreation in the area has people moving in from all over. What is it about our community that you love the most? Is it the accessibility to hiking trails, fishing, or mountain biking? Find out the reasons hiker, Joseph Wigington, fell in love with the area and decided to call Erwin his home in ATTN’s first podcast “A Terrific Tennessee Trail Town.” #appalachiantrailtn #ATTNPodcast