I encourage anyone who's able to support these organizations that are helping to rebuild the Appalachian Trail's most famous communities, as well as fight to get resources to everyone else affected by Helene: www.backpacker.com/news-and-eve...

"More Than a Third" of Appalachian Trail Closed Due to Hurricane Damage

Parks and trail towns along the southern reaches of the AT are devastated. Here's how hikers can help.