Idea behind the action

well, I'd like to start by saying that I am no expert at backpacking. I've been camping since I was a kid and I just started backpacking this past spring. although I haven't been doing it forever, I have learned a few things. I didn't want to start this under false pretenses and make it seem as though I am telling you how to do it. I just wanted to give those interested, some tips and tricks I've learned that might make life easier while living in the woods.
I started this adventure literally knowing nothing about backpacking. my uncle asked me to join him backpacking the AT and I agreed. I did some research online and read a few different blogs from people who have done it before. they had some great ideas and it did help me get more of an idea of what I was getting myself into. I would definitely recommend reading real peoples blogs and internet journals before going out. there's a great website www.trailjournals.com that has great stuff and is written mostly by people currently on the trail.
I've always loved the idea of being in the woods and to get an opportunity to really challenge myself out there was great. I realize more of my strength every time I go out and it has boosted my confidence enormously. it feels good knowing I could step out in the woods on any given day and be able to survive on the little I could carry. if your a woodsy kind of person this might just be the challenge that really brings the woods alive for you.