8. Trip Planning and Trail Recommendations with Jacqueline I YouTuber, RVA Hiker Girl

“Hiking is nature therapy for me. It's my way to refocus, recharge and re-center myself. It really does make me a better person, a better mom, a better friend, because I'm able to get out there and get away from it all.” -RVA Hiker Girl

Known by her trail name, RVA Hiker Girl, Jacqueline is an avid hiker and backpacker who documents her adventures on YouTube as a resource for those who are interested in exploring Virginia. Jacqueline gets real about her experiences outdoors, including the good and not-so-great moments of her time on the trail. Her videos cover all aspects of hiking including planning, gear, food, and safety. Jacqueline’s detailed descriptions and recommendations of locations around Virginia are invaluable for anyone who wants to get outside on their own or with a friend. Let’s go!

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Appalachian Trail
Blue Ridge Tunnel Trail
Apple Orchard Falls
Peaks of Otter
Crabtree Falls
Dark Hollow Falls
Natural Areas Preserves
Savage Neck Dunes Natural Area
Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources
Grandview Nature Preserve
Point of Rocks
Dutch Gap Conservation Area
High Knob Fire Tower
Woodstock Fire Tower
Birch Knob Observation (Fire) Tower
Mount Pleasant
Hiking Boots vs Trail Runners
Altra Olympus hiking shoes
Virginia Triple Crown
The Channels
Grayson Highlands State Park
Five Peaks Over 5,000 feet Challenge

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