Early Father's Day gifts - The A.T. Guide, Appalachian Trail Thru-Hike Planner, and Appalachian Trail Data Book.  Thank you Katy.  These books are essential to planning the thru-hike.  I've already read them twice.  I am going to start gathering the essential equipment I will need to take on the trip. Looking forward to this weekend to consult with my son-in-law about equipment, clothing, food, etc., in addition to celebrating one of my grandson's first birthday party.