A Walk for Sunshine

A 2,160-Mile Expedition for Charity on the Appalachian Trail

De: Jeff Alt

Narrado por: Kirby Heyborne

Jeff Alt takes you along every step of his 2,160-mile Appalachian Trail adventure. This entertaining journey includes bears, bugs, blisters, captivating characters, skunk bedmates, and hilarious food cravings. Alt walked more than five million steps in tribute to his brother, who has cerebral palsy and lives in a home called Sunshine. This trail adventure has inspired an annual event that has raised more than $200,000 for Sunshine. It includes hiking tips for the whole family. Walk alongside Alt and experience the joy of turning dreams into goals and then achieving them. His lessons from the trail celebrate family, stewardship of the earth, good health, and the American spirit.

©2012 Jeff Alt (P)2012 Brilliance Audio, Inc.

Reseñas de la Crítica

“Engaging.” ( Newsday)

"Lively…Humorous...Upbeat...It will make you feel good. Alt’s zest for life shines through on every page. Alt’s words amply convey the camaraderie among fellow hikers, the beauty of the eastern mountains, and the physical hardships that must be endured on a walk of over 5 million steps…” ( Outdoor Times )

Great book.

For me it was a little slow to start, but once I got into it, I truest enjoyed the story. I'm hoping to thru-hike the A.T. at some point and this helped me get more inspired to do so.

enjoyed every step

Wish a different narrator told the story. who pronounces Appalachian the that way? once you get past his voice/accent, the story leaves you wanting to hear everything he left out! and a great cause!

Loved this book!

What made the experience of listening to A Walk for Sunshine the most enjoyable?

I have also listened to Bill Bryson's Walk in the Woods, which was enjoyable and, of course, funny. But, I enjoyed A Walk for Sunshine even more. It was upbeat adventure filled with something new in every chapter.

What did you like best about this story?

I loved hearing the stories about the other hikers and animal encounters. It was also very informative about how many hikers manage to walk the entire Appalachian Trail. It was also encouraging to hear about his support team, which seemed to make all the difference. And, great to know this was all done for a charity. Heartwarming!

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

I listened to this book while doing my own daily walking, so I listened for about 1 hour per day. But, there were many days when I would get back home and continue to listen. I was glad that Jeff made it the entire way, but sorry to have the book end. Great listen through Audible!

good story, writing could use some work

narrator was good. story was a bit repetitive. overall message was good. worthwhile read if you have time.

A wonderful inspirational recollection.

This was one of my favorite books about the Appalachian Trail. You feel as if you are on the journey and wish it would never stop. It's a first person journey that takes you from the why to the why not. As a trail book it does a great job taking you from Springer to Katahdin. Inspiring in so many ways to get out there and live the adventure as well as serve others whenever you can.

Great book!

The narrator said Appalachian in a funny way but everything was great. We feel inspired to Take a Hike!

just great

loved it. I didn't want to stop listening. it made me feel like I was out on the trail with him

Charming Story

The Outdoor Times review is an apt one. I enjoyed this as I am a big fan of hiking, car camping, had experienced a bit of the AT and was curious about what it would be like to walk large sections of the AT. But this is not a book I ever would have spent an entire credit on. The 2 for one sale allowed me to enjoy this book. Thanks Audible.

Great but a tad long

I really enjoyed listening to his journey and that it was food a good cause. I think the book could have ended earlier. Seemed like a lot of filler at the end but I still loved the story.

Good AT thru hike book, not my favorite but worth the listen

the author said Appalachian really funny so it's hard to get past that. lol, the book was good. the story was from a thru hike in the late 90s, so most of the hostels he talks about don't exist anymore. But its a good book and he hikes for a good charity. if this is the first book about the AT you are going to get I would say pass and get a different one. if this is your 10th or 20th AT thru hike book then you will enjoy this one too