A.T. History in Georgia

Photo Credit: GATC Archives

The Appalachian Trail has a long history of discussion and contemplation, disagreement and cooperation, location and relocation. We’ll try to retell some of those stories from the past 100 years here on these pages.

From Handshakes to Solid Footing

What was the secret to preserving the A.T? Find out about the Land & Water Conservation Act here.

LWCF

We’ve Come a Long Way

Here’s an article describing some early instructions and a report to the USFS from GATC’s first club president, Eddie Stone.

Early Trail Changes

From Timber Barons to Sustained Yield

Broad stretches of the southern length of the A.T. have had public protection far longer than other sections. Read the story of the Eastern National Forests by clicking below.

Eastern Forests

Tallulah Gorge National Park?

Did you know that Tallulah Gorge was once promoted as a national park?

National Park in Georgia?

Ah, Wilderness!

Benton MacKaye, the man behind the idea for the Appalachian Trail, also promoted wilderness preservation.

Wilderness Preservation

What’s in a name?

Neels Gap, Neel Gap, or Neel’s Gap? We wade into the controversy in this article.

Whachamacallit