Lecture at REI Tysons on Hiking the Appalachian Trail - Trip Planning

Attended a lecture at REI Tysons on Hiking the Appalachian Trail - Trip Planning. Here are my notes: $3000 via hike, Travel notice to credit card company, Use library computer, prepare for tax day (via hike starting feb. or march), What mails your helper to open for you, via hike taking 142 days or 4.7 months, Satellite phone enrich: 911, text messages, wildness areas prohibit mt bikes, Several pairs of hiking boots, Yoga for balance yourself with pack, bear spray will attract bears after 30 minutes, get out right away, there are new guide book and app.