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Hiker, 91, becomes oldest person to complete grueling Appalachian Trail
Dale Sanders said he fell 71 times on the trail, but completed the journey as ‘people are motivated … by my efforts’ A 91-year-old hiker has reclaimed his record as the oldest person to complete the more than 2,000-mile Appalachian Trail.
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A 91‑year‑old hiker, Dale Sanders, has reclaimed the record for the oldest person to finish the more than 2,000‑mile Appalachian Trail. Sanders completed the trek after falling 71 times, saying his perseverance was intended to motivate others. The achievement was documented during his crossing of the Big Wilson Stream in the 100‑Mile Wilderness near Monson, Maine, on 29 July 2026. This makes him the oldest individual to have successfully traversed the grueling trail.
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