Want to send me a care package? Great! Just please keep these considerations in mind:

• Contents must be lightweight or small portions. As much as I want to carry that Costco sized bottle of Jack Daniel’s with me, I will have to leave it behind :( …or chug it.
• Allow several 7 days for delivery. If a package arrives too late, it may be difficult for me to retrieve it further down the trail.

1. Locate Post Office

Use the map to find a USPS post office or business along my route. Post offices are preferred, however most businesses that cater to hikers (outfitters, outdoor stores, hotels, etc) will hold mail for a thru hiker. It’s best to call first!

This site also seems to be a good resource.

You will not able to send UPS or FedEx packages to a USPS post office! You will need to find a hiker friendly business to ship UPS or FedEx packages.

2. Address the package as follows

Provide a return address off to the side, and add “Please hold for AT thru hiker” and my expected arrival date. Writing legibly is important.

Packages sent to a post office:

Your Name
Your Address

                            Daniel Dixon
                            C/O General Delivery
                            Trail Town, State, Zip Code

                            Please hold for AT thru hiker
                            ETA May 16, 2017

Packages sent to businesses:

Your Name
Your Address

                            Daniel Dixon
                            C/O Business Name
                            123 ABC Street
                            Trail Town, State, Zip Code

                            Please hold for AT thru hiker
                            ETA May 16, 2017

3. Notify me

Send me a message to let me know to expect something!