Hikers Urged To Avoid Appalachian Trail Over Covid Concerns
The Appalachian Trail Conservancy is urging hikers to postpone long-distance treks until after the pandemic, citing the inability to properly socially distance when using the shelters that run along the 2,193-mile trail. What do you think?
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“How am I supposed to stay in shape without my daily 2000-mile walk?”
Christopher Burzawa, Systems Analyst
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“But a lot of people rely on that trail for their entire personality.”
Natalie Shadden, Sink-Only Plumber
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“Mall walking it is.”
Art Nemeth, Mushroom Forager
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