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How to Spot a Thru-Hiker (And Why the Media Gets It Wrong)
With a slew of new movies about hikers coming out, and several already under Hollywood’s rhinestone-studded belt, I continue to reinforce my secretly held opinion that most directors, actors, and
The Top Instagram Photos from the #AppalachianTrail This Week
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...
20 Trail Recipes Built for and by Thru Hikers
On the Appalachian Trail, food is probably the single most important thing to a hiker. Not only is it your source of energy that carries you along the trail, it...
Preparing for the Colorado Trail
Well, it's official... I have left my summer jobs and will be starting the Colorado Trail in 10-ish days. I have to be finished by the 25th of August for...
Just hangin out…
So here we go, right? The first words in the first post in the first blog of my life. Where are we? Well, where am I, really? I'm sitting here...
Wild: Hollywood Takes on the Trail
I'm not gonna lie, I read Wild, and yes, I liked it. I know. Opinions vary on any personal account of a hike that doesn't result in a total mile...
8 Inspirational Quotes / Images That’ll Make You Want to Go Backpacking Today
WARNING: the following photos + quotes will make you want to quit your job and disappear into the mountains. Proceed with caution. 8 Inspirational Quotes / Images That'll Make You...
ANNOUNCING: The Appalachian Trail Thru-Hiker Registry
Keeping in touch with your Trail family after your thru-hike can be tough. Although Facebook has made it easier, (gasp) not everyone is on Facebook- and good luck trying to figure out...
Celebrating Katahdin: 13 Ways to Live it up on the Last Peak
Editor's note: This post was written prior to the BSPA's letter to the ATC, when Baxter State Park became explicit about the park's rules and how thru-hikers have been routinely breaking them,
Two Toenails down, 500 Miles to Go.
Well, yesterday I slipped down a small rock face. The rain had just picked up again, the granite was extra slippery, and my trekking poles failed. Down I went, my...