Stretch—Days 1 to 9

April 15 Day 1: 16.8 miles. The first day I felt good so I hiked far. I got very gently peer pressured to hike more. Not much happened the first...

Apr 23, 2015 : Sara Douma

After The Storms The Sun Must Come Out-And So Do Snakes!

After a day of hiking in the rain, today was a fresh, new day. After the storm, the sun must come out - and it did! We awoke to a...

Apr 23, 2015 : Jessica Georgia

Coco and Magnus — Days 36 through 46 — Cribbage, a Barn, and Old Man Slip & Squish

4/12 Sunday - Day 36 On this cold morning, Magnus and I were greeted with a pleasant surprise. Luna and Mad Hatter caught up to us before we left camp...

Apr 23, 2015 : Courtney

Two weeks on the trail (207.3 Miles)

After a little over two weeks on the trail I have stopped in Gatlinburg, TN for a much needed rest day. The backpacking trio of Stink Jacket, Turbo, and myself...

Apr 23, 2015 : Jesse Smith

Possum and Ukelady: Days 14-26

Possum here! I am enjoying tea, oatmeal, and a beautiful sunrise here at the Fontana Hilton. Let's fill you in on what's been happening. Day 14 – 4.5 Miles We...

Apr 23, 2015 : Mike and Grace

Bros Before GMO’s – My Review of Bearded Brothers Bars

In my quest to find nutritious food for my summer of thru hikes, I came across Bearded Brothers. A small company based out of Austin, Texas, these bars grabbed my...

Apr 23, 2015 : Sprinkles

Coco and Magnus — Days 29 through 35 — Creme Fraiche, Eloping, and Fog

Time is flying and internet connections are scarce! A brief glimpse into our fifth week. We finished Day 35 at mile 322.1. 4/5 Sunday - Day 29 * Too cold....

Apr 23, 2015 : Courtney