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On and Off the Trail Adventure

On and Off the Trail Adventure

Yeah, yeah. I know... it's been a while since I've posted an update. Lemme' just jump right in by saying WE SURVIVED Virginia! That's right. Lucas and I made it...

Jun 20, 2014 : Montana N.
Get Lost on the The Lost Coast Trail

Get Lost on the The Lost Coast Trail

The United States is one massive country.  If you travel between the four corners of this enormous stretch of land you'll experience every type of biome you can imagine (almost). Even...

Jun 18, 2014 : Kenny Howell
It’s Time… Gear Time That Is!

It’s Time… Gear Time That Is!

It's time... gear time that is! Yes, yes it certainly is. That magical time when I get to share my take on the boat loads of wisdom out there as...

Jun 17, 2014 : Micah Handy
6 Weak-Ass Excuses For NOT Thru-Hiking the Appalachian Trail

6 Weak-Ass Excuses For NOT Thru-Hiking the Appalachian Trail

Although I talk a big game about successfully thru-hiking the Appalachian Trail, in reality, I admire the 75% who attempt and fail?  Why? Because they tried. For every person who fails to...

Jun 17, 2014 : Zach
Silly Fears

Silly Fears

Going through the Shenandoahs recently, I was constantly struck by the ridiculous idea that so many people are afraid of nature. A perfect example of this is the black bear....

Jun 17, 2014 : Nayt Boyt
Care Package Preparation from A to Z

Care Package Preparation from A to Z

On trail, we received everything from gallon bags of granola to this amazing framed picture of Paul Ryan pumping iron. In light of our awesome friends and family, we decided...

Jun 17, 2014 : Maggie Wallace
Top Instagram Pictures from The #AppalachianTrail Week 12

Top Instagram Pictures from The #AppalachianTrail Week 12

We continue to peruse all of the wonderful pictures from Instagram with the hashtag #AppalachianTrail and select a few of the best each week. If you would like your picture to be included, be...

Jun 16, 2014 : Zach
Grandma Gatewood’s Walk: An Unlikely and Inspirational Thru Hiking Story

Grandma Gatewood’s Walk: An Unlikely and Inspirational Thru Hiking Story

Throughout history there have been many thru hikers whose stories have come to be widely known in the Appalachian Trail community. There was Earl Shaffer who was the first thru...

Jun 16, 2014 : Carlie Gentry
Trail Magic: Not Just Pizza, Snickers, and Cold Soda

Trail Magic: Not Just Pizza, Snickers, and Cold Soda

When most people hear the words "trail magic," they likely envision the same thing I did until recently: a kind soul setting up camp near an AT road crossing with a...

Jun 15, 2014 : Michael Schindler
12 Gear Resources and Reviews for Long Distance Backpackers

12 Gear Resources and Reviews for Long Distance Backpackers

Heading out on a long-distance backpacking trip in the near future?  Looking for some reliable gear advice?  Look no further.  The following 12 resources and reviews will help you hit the...

Jun 15, 2014 : Zach