Maine hiker shares her Appalachian Trail adventure in new children’s book

BANGOR DAILY NEWS • September 23, 2020

“Black Bear’s Adventure” is chronological, starting with Emily Leonard’s decision to hike the Appalachian Trail and ending with the day she completed the arduous trek atop Maine’s tallest mountain, Katahdin. It introduces children to the Appalachian Trail and the activities of hiking and camping, while instilling valuable lessons about outdoor exploration and achieving goals.