Hikers of America

About JBENHIKES

JBENHIKES

JBEN is a hiker and backpacker from Alabama who has a passion for hiking the Smokies, Pinhoti and Appalachian Trail. On his YouTube Channel, you will discover several excellent places to hike and drone footage that will provide a new perspective of some of the best places to hike.

Why Did You Start Backpacking?

It filled a sense of needed adventure. I only went out for a walk and finally concluded to stay out till sundown, for going out, I found, was really going in.

What Advice Do You Have For New Backpackers?

Keep close to Nature’s heart…and break clear away, once in awhile, and climb a mountain or spend a week in the woods. Wash your spirit clean.

What is your Favorite Trail?

Appalachian Trail

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What was your favorite backpacking trip?

Any backpacking trip with friends.

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