Thru Hiker Numbers Are DROPPING - Here's Why

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As we get just weeks away from the 2026 thru-hiker season, Daisy, Kota, and I are bringing you a loaded episode with SOBO updates, brand-new 2026 hiker intros, ATC registration numbers, detour alerts, and important news you need to know before stepping on trail.
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📉 ATC Registration Numbers Continue to Drop
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