Truths & Myths of thru-hiking the River to River trail (Info for future thru-hikers)

In this video, I share what I believe are very important details and information about Thru-Hiking the River to River trail, in southern Illinois, across the Shawnee National Forest. All this information can be found in the trail guide, which is located on the trail website at www.rivertorivertrail.net
I also address some information that may be incorrect or rumored by others. I am no expert backpacker, I do not work for, nor do I represent the forest service covering the Shawnee National Forest or the River to River Trail Society. I am simply sharing information based off my own personal experiences of my recent visits, thru-hike attempts and successful completion of the River to River trail.
USDA Forest Service
Shawnee National Forest
www.fs.usda.gov/shawnee
Shawnee National Forest Headquarters
50 Hwy 145 South
Harrisburg, IL 62946
[phone] or
1-800-699-6637
River to River Trail Society
www.rivertorivertrail.net
shorturl.at/twDGU
DOWNLOAD THE TRAIL GUIDE HERE:
www.rivertorivertrail.net/wp-...
Information about the trail guide, here: www.rivertorivertrail.net/hom...
Information about the trail, including the Avenza Maps application (w/ FREE downloadable maps and instructions), here: www.rivertorivertrail.net/hom...
Thank you for watching!
Comment below if you have a question that is not addressed in this video and I'll do my own research and leg work, referencing the trail guide and info released by USDA Forest Service and River to River Trail Society, to deliver the answer on this video comment forum.