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Lansing area woman, 81, is oldest to thru-hike Appalachian Trail

I don't let other people's fears stop me," said Betty Kellengerger, 81, of Carson City. She is the oldest woman to thru-hike ...

'Get moving and stay moving,' oldest woman to hike Appalachian Trail says

Betty Kellenberger is the oldest woman to complete a thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail. Her life advice? Don't let other ...

Lansing area woman, 81, is oldest to thru-hike Appalachian Trail

I don't let other people's fears stop me," said Betty Kellengerger, 81, of Carson City. She is the oldest woman to thru-hike ...

Appalachian Bear Rescue begins new conservation chapter after 18-month hiatus

Appalachian Bear Rescue has brought in its first bear in a year and a half, marking a major milestone for the organization since 13 bears had to be euthanized in 2024 due to illness.

What's it like to hike the Appalachian Trail in just 45 days? A new doc goes inside a record.

On his way to notching one of the fastest AT hikes ever, Jeff Garmire lost supply boxes and screwed up his sleep schedule for ...

Lansing area woman, 80, is oldest to thru-hike Appalachian Trail

I don't let other people's fears stop me," said Betty Kellengerger, 80 of Carson City. She is the oldest woman to thru-hike ...

What's it like to hike the Appalachian Trail in just 45 days? A new doc goes inside a record.

On his way to notching one of the fastest AT hikes ever, Jeff Garmire lost supply boxes and screwed up his sleep schedule for ...

Appalachian Bear Rescue begins new conservation chapter after 18-month hiatus

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. TOWNSEND, Tenn. (WATE) — Appalachian Bear Rescue has brought in its first bear in a year and a half, marking a major milestone for ...

Ora E. Anderson Conservation Fund accepting 2026 grant applications

The Foundation for Appalachian Ohio (FAO) is accepting applications for 2026 grants available through the Ora E. Anderson Conservation Fund for Appalachian Ohio. Public and nonprofit organizations, as ...

80-year-old becomes oldest woman to hike Appalachian Trail

At 80 years old, Betty Kellenberger recently became the oldest woman to ever hike the entire Appalachian Trail.

Unwritten rules you should follow when hiking the Appalachian Trail

Before taking on the Appalachian Trail, learn the hiker wisdom and trail culture that can help make the journey smoother, ...

Unwritten Rules You Should Follow When Hiking The Appalachian Trail

Before taking on the Appalachian Trail, learn the hiker wisdom and trail culture that can help make the journey smoother, ...

Hiking the Appalachian Trail again in his 60's, Cville author tells a cautionary tale

In 1990, a Virginia writer set out to hike the Appalachian Trail, inspired by a story in National Geographic. He was 31, and it was the hardest thing he had ever done. He suffered injuries, ...

Conservation fund accepting 2026 grant applications

Funding available in Appalachian Ohio’s 32 counties NELSONVILLE — The Foundation for Appalachian Ohio is accepting ...

Kentucky's longest rail trail features 24 bridges and a mysterious sealed tunnel

Kentucky is full of gorgeous hiking and biking paths, but there’s one historic route that boasts more dramatic infrastructure ...

Eagle County trail gurus share stories of hiking adaptation, ‘trail magic’ in drought conditions

Danni Vennard could feel the weight of the summer heat as she trekked on a section of the Colorado Trail alongside her ...

Conservation funding available across Appalachian Ohio counties

Public and nonprofit organizations can seek conservation funding for projects across Appalachian Ohio's 32 counties.

Appalachian Outdoor Heroes offer mentorship through outdoor recreation

FAIRLEA, WV (WVNS) – Team members with Appalachian Outdoor Heroes have been big proponents of getting out and experiencing nature firsthand. A key focus for this group is teaching the joys of nature ...

Why Appalachia is the most misunderstood region of the US

Americans’ general perceptions of the Appalachian region and its people don't agree with the facts about its diverse population and history, according to a history professor who is considered a ...

80-year-old becomes oldest woman to hike Appalachian Trail

At 80 years old, Betty Kellenberger recently became the oldest woman to ever hike the entire Appalachian Trail.