I'm Kate, aka Stickers on the trail. After growing up in New England, the Appalachian Trail was on my bucket list and I completed my thru hike of the AT in 2017. That got me hooked on the hiking lifestyle and I thru hiked the Pacific Crest Trail in 2019. Nowadays, I'm a weekend warrior living in Portland, OR getting outside and traveling all over the West as much as possible.
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Top Stoves, Filters, Rain Gear, and More on the Appalachian Trail: 2023 Thru-Hiker Survey
Each year here at The Trek, we ask long-distance hikers on the Appalachian Trail (AT) about the stoves and water filters they used on their 2023
Top Backpacks on the Appalachian Trail: 2023 Thru-Hiker Survey
Each year here at The Trek, we ask long-distance hikers on the Appalachian Trail (AT) about the backpack they used during their thru-hikes. In this
The Top Sleeping Bags, Quilts, and Pads on the Appalachian Trail: 2023 Thru-Hiker Survey
Each year here at the Trek, we ask hikers on the Appalachian Trail all about what sleeping systems they used on their hike. In this installment,
Top Tents and Shelters on the Appalachian Trail: 2023 Thru-Hiker Survey
This installment of the 2023 Appalachian Trail survey covers shelters of all kinds. We'll discuss the types of shelters used, the type and size
Branwyn Essential Thong Review
Finding the right underwear for backpacking is quite the challenge. It has to hold up to multiple days of wear and lots of sweat. The Branwyn
The Top Footwear on the Appalachian Trail: 2023 Thru-Hiker Survey
In this third installment of the 2023 Appalachian Trail Thru-Hike Survey we're covering all things footwear. Picking shoes is one of the most
The 2023 Appalachian Trail Thru-Hiker Survey: General Information Part 2
Welcome to the second installment of the 2023 Appalachian Trail Thru-Hiker Survey. In this edition we dive into Part Two of General Information where
The 2023 Appalachian Trail Thru-Hiker Survey: General Information Part 1
The 2023 Appalachian Trail Hiker Survey is here! This year we’ve added a lot of questions, mostly about the experience aspect of the hike and safety.
Patagonia Endless Run Shorts Review
The Endless Run shorts from Patagonia are good a pretty much everything. They are comfortable runners with the pockets to go the distance.
REI Trail 2 Waist Pack Review
Looking for a stylish place to stash all your stashables? Check out the REI Trail 2 Waist Pack for a versatile piece to take with you anywhere.