Finding Your Way on the A. T. - Navigation on the Appalachian Trail

The white blazes on the Appalachian Trail look identical whether you hike northbound or southbound. So how do you find your way on a thru-hike of the A.T.? Do you need maps or navigation to be able to hike the A.T.? Come along and look at my choices for these questions and more with regard to finding my way on the upcoming A.T. thru-hike. Navigation on the Appalachian Trail.
The AWOL Guide: www.theatguide.com/
ATC Guide books and maps: appalachiantrail.org/shop
Guthook Guides: www.guthooksguides.com/

[@GiffysChannel]

Great info

[@kathycasey9153]

I want to learn how to use a map and compass but it seems so intimidating. Its probably my biggest reason for not hiking certain trails.

[@HikingADifferentPath]

I felt the same way Kathy. Unless you're going places that are unmarked trail wise or straight out bushwacking to where you want to go, you'll be fine. It's like anything else you can learn. Find someone who knows what they're doing and be willing to listen.

[@kathycasey9153]

@@HikingADifferentPath yes agreed. Learning on trail is the best way. Thanks for the encouragement!

[@GiffysChannel]

Getting out there and doing a hike for the sole purpose of learning to use a map an compass is how I would go myself. I'd download the local map on my phone but keep my phone off and just have it as a backup. I know you can do it.

[@ThomasJordan-ITW]

Awesome video! Just stumbled on your channel - it looks like some great content. I make camping/hiking videos myself! Thanks for sharing!

[@HikingADifferentPath]

Thanks Thomas and happy to have you come along.