[at-l] LNT was AT-L And The AT

[lubitz@alpha.fdu.edu (Richard S. Lubitz)]

The amount of litter on a trail depends on its proximity to those 
attractions that draw non backpackers (the definition of backpackers does 
not include those who use a backpack to transport their beer to the party 
site).  Over the years I have done much hiking on the trails in Harriman 
Park, NY including the AT which runs through it.  Prime example would be 
the Red Cross trail.  From 7 lakes drive, near tiorati circle (picnic 
area, swimming et al) to the crossing of Tiorati Brook road I would fill a 
couple of garbage bags on each hike.  past Tiorati Brook road the same 
distance would yield considerable less trash.  comparing a trail in 
Indiana which may lead from a picnic area to a stretch fo the AT in the 
Shenandoahs may possibly be unfair due to accessibility by "civilians"
Just my 2 cents
Rich

 > > Question(s):
> 
> 
> How do you think LNT practices have affected stewardship of the AT (both by
> users and maintainers)?
> 
> Do you think that the AT and surroundings are maintained (again,both by
> users and maintainers) at a higher level than other parks, trails, etc.?
> 
> 
> I ask because my family and I routinely take grocery bags with us to clean
> up while hiking here in Indiana.  When I was hiking in Shenandoah I found
> exactly 3 pieces of "people stuff" on the trail and one looked like a
> battery cover that was awol from it's owner.
> 
> I was very impressed with the state of the trail and woods through that area
> and wondered if those of you with more experience than I have feel the same
> way.
> 
> 
> Looking forward to the discussion of differing ideas.
> 
> noble path
> 
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