6 Backpacking Mistakes to Avoid from an Appalachian Trail Guide

The Trek·Aug 17

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A guide is sharing common mistakes to avoid while backpacking, with one source listing 6 mistakes and another noting 5 frequent errors made by visitors in state and national parks. The mistakes appear to be geared towards beginners and may be related to gear and planning. The specific mistakes and their number are not consistently reported across sources.

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The Trek·Jul 2

For 6 years, I worked as a ranger in state and national parks. I always saw visitors making the same 5 mistakes.

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6 Backpacking Mistakes to Avoid from an Appalachian Trail Guide

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