At 80 years old, Betty Kellenberger recently became the oldest woman to ever hike the entire Appalachian Trail.

At 80 years old, Betty Kellenberger recently became the oldest woman to ever hike the entire Appalachian Trail.

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By Kathleen Phalen Tomasselli, The County Staff Six months, 14 states and five pairs of shoes after she set off from Springer ...

Welcome to the Pigeon Forge Factory Outlet Mall, a bargain hunter’s paradise tucked into the foothills of Tennessee’s Great Smoky Mountains. This isn’t just shopping – it’s a competitive sport where ...

“Do you want a beer, Moses?” I asked, as we sat by the campfire on a chilly, Maine evening. He accepted and I handed him a ...

Most hikers head to McAfee Knob, a rocky outcropping that's a favorite photography stop along the Appalachian Trail, so it's often crowded. Trekkers can complete the entire trail over the course of ...

On September 21, Garmire reached his destination at Springer Mountain, Georgia, setting a new record for the fastest ever ...

Discover the Monument Trail in High Point State Park, a scenic 3.5-mile loop with panoramic views, rocky climbs, and rich New ...

Kansas Rep. Tobias Schlingensiepen hiked 350 miles of the Appalachian Trail during a three-month sabbatical. The 61-year-old pastor and politician undertook the journey to connect with nature, reflect ...

Get any of our free daily email newsletters — news headlines, opinion, e-edition, obituaries and more. In the final three days of his Appalachian Trail record attempt, Bozeman ultra-runner Jeff ...