So, why are we doing this? To spend time together. To challenge ourselves and have an adventure. To see parts of this country we would otherwise miss. To simplify life to the point that all you need is in your backpack. To meet all the great hikers along the trail. And to help support the wonderful work being done by AnimalSave - an organization that transforms the lives of companion animals by providing affordable spay and neuter services, humane education and finding forever homes for animals in need. To learn more about this organization visit http://animalsave.org .