Programs Around Town
In addition to our A.T. Celebration, people around Franklin are always looking for ways to support hikers!
FREE PANCAKE BREAKFAST
The First Baptist Church of Franklin, NC provides a free breakfast to A.T. hikers daily from March 14 – April 14 at 7:15am. All the pancakes and bacon you can eat. Van pickup available. In addition to the breakfast, the church offers to take a photo of each hiker and mail it to a friend or loved one along with a note written by the hiker, leaving hikers with a full belly and fond Franklin memories.
For more information:
call 828-369-9559. 69 Iotla St, Franklin, NC
https://www.fbcfranklin.org/ministries/hiker-breakfast
HIKER DISCOUNTS
The following businesses offer special discounts during hiker season and the annual AT Celebration!
For more details, visit our Facebook page or the A.T. Celebration page.
Food & Drink Discounts
🍽 Gracious Plates on Main – "Happy Trails Discount" – 10% off meals for all hikers.
🍻 Rathskeller – 15% off all beer, wine, cocktails, coffee, and food for hikers.
Retail & Lodging Discounts
🎒 Trail Mix – Free shipping on purchases of $20 or more for hikers.
🏨 Sapphire Inn – Special hiker rate available (discount varies based on room availability).
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