[at-l] future AT hiker

[bmcgarrahan@sc.rr.com (Brian McGarrahan)]

Hello, all
   I came across this list a few days ago and decided to join since I plan
on hiking the AT next year.  I hope to learn a lot from the listers who have
completed the AT, and look forward to reading the many opinions.
   To let you know a little about me.  I am a 26 year old third generation
firefighter/emt from Boston.  I have spent most of my life living in Myrtle
Beach, SC.  I have always had a love for the outdoors, and backpacking has
been my choice of vacations any and every chance I get.  Most of my hikes
have been four to five days in duration in the Smokies. I have been
fascinated by the AT since I first learned of it.  My parents took me on a
short section when I was eight, and completing the trail has been a dream
since. The AT will be the largest undertaking of my life, and hopefully the
best.  I probably will lose my job since I have only a six month leave of
absence, one day longer and they do not hold my position.  I can find a
better one anyway.
      Well, as I said, I look forward to learning from you all.  I also look
forward to hitting the trail next year.
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Brian McGarrahan
bmcgarrahan@sc.rr.com
AIM: Btfire
ICQ: 33898218
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