Including trail-proven advice from one of North America's leading authorities on long-distance hiking, Liz "Snorkel" Thomas--the women's speed record holder for the Appalachian Trail--, Backpacker's Long Trails walks you through everything you need to know to conduct an efficient, fun, and safe thru-hike. Whether you're planning to attempt the Pacific Crest Trail, or just your first multi-day long weekend hike, this book will help you plan and prepare for the trip more effectively.