@nonot Thanks for highlighting this. I usually do this anyway and pack accordingly. I often even bring the cold/warm stuff to the trailhead and decided then. I am comfortable with cool temperatures (I am originally from Canada so my definition of cool is into the couple degrees below freezing range...

I am looking for suggestions on a good 3-4 day section of the AZT to do during Thanksgiving this year (2022). I am an experienced hiker/backpacker hoping for good water sources and not too cold yet. Would be good to find a section with easy access to the ends and good options for shuttling as well. ...