Notes From The Trail
As the vibrant colors of summer come into full bloom, it's time to embrace the spirit of adventure and celebrate National Get Outdoors Day on June 10th
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The year is 1993. With the back of his car loaded full of hopes, dreams, and American Backcountry’s first tee shirt designs, Frank Hintz set out on his journey to the Appalachian Trail Conference’s Headquarters. He was in search of someone who would give American Backcountry the shot it deserved and he found Brian King. Brian not only agreed to try some of the designs, but also suggested setting up a booth at the annual Appalachian Trail Days festival in Damascus, VA. Frank may not have known it at the time, but that day was just the first step in a long journey to come.
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The outdoor-inspired artwork featured on American Backcountry tees is something we believe sets us apart from other brands. Our unique illustrations, featuring a wide range of styles and designs, help capture the beauty and experience of taking on our favorite...
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When Frank Hintz founded American Backcountry in 1993, he knew he needed captivating designs for the tees that shared his sentiment for the outdoors and their magic. We sat down with David Sheldon, one of the artists behind American Backcountry’s graphic design, to ask him about his process.
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