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Podcast: The Trail Trash Podcast
Episode: Melanie Harsha, The Triple Crown, and Insights from Long-Distance Hiking
Description: SUMMARY
Melanie Harsha, an experienced hiker who has completed the Appalachian Trail (AT), Pacific Crest Trail (PCT), and Continental Divide Trail (CDT), joins the podcast. She shares her journey and insights into long-distance hiking. Melanie discusses her introduction to hiking, her decision to through-hike the AT, and the physical and mental preparation required for such endeavors. She compares the difficulty and characteristics of the AT, PCT, and CDT. Melanie also talks about wildlife encounters and the evolution of her gear throughout her hiking experiences. Garrett Frederick shares his experience thru-hiking the Continental Divide Trail (CDT) and the...