Bill Bryson's Appalician Trail Summary

In summary, I would like to recap how Bill Bryson had moved his family to New Hampshire and on a "walk" stumbled upon a sign declaring the existence of the Appalician Trail that spanned more than 2,100 miles. The AT covered fourteen states from Georgia to Maine. Perhaps it was an epiphany, an "ah ha" Opera moment, or a midlife crisis, this "sign" was the inspiration for Bryson to be 'all in'. He was going to explore and hike the AT. Although not in the best physical shape, he thought he may lose weight, gain some swagger, and have the manly, bragging rights of "shitting in the woods". His shopping spree at his local outfitter company was an event in itself as the newbie camper was at the mercy of salesclerk, Dave Mengle's expetise. It