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Gear Review: Outdoor Research Sombriolet
Disclosure: The following product was donated for the purpose of review. Specs: UPF Rating: 50 plus Size of brim: 3 by 3 ¾ inches Weight: 3.1 oz Material: Nylon and Polyester,...
Sacrifices
I won't be leaving for my thru hike for another ~8 months, but even the beginning of the planning process is making me realize what actually lies ahead. I'm the...
Who do you need to become?
"Who is your dream asking you to become." For the past month, multiple questions have surfaced with my decision to hike the AT. Some have been answered-- some not. At...
Not So Gently Abused
I wonder sometimes does anyone really see me? The real me? The one who doesn't smile? The one that isn't the life of the party? I guess that is me,...
6 Characteristics of Successful Thru Hikers
Before I stepped foot on the Appalachian Trail as a thru hiker attempting to reach Katahdin, I was convinced that I was going to meet a lot of people who...
Done. and Done.
Another rainy day where we mostly dodged the bullet, i.e., we got rained on some, but enjoyed a great deal of hiking time without rain. The full moon was just...
Grey before the Whites
Thru-Hike turns to Expedition October 23 near rt 23 The wind knuckled through our jackets from another passing car. I turned to Home Grown who was rubbing the grit from...
Amazing Short Notice Opportunity
How Did I Get Here A dear friend of mine had recently invited me to visit her in Conway, New Hampshire and possibly do some hiking in the area. After...
Food Review – Paleo Meals To Go
Over the past few years I've noticed the outdoor food industry growing by leaps and bounds. With only the same freeze dried meals being offered for many years, lately I've...
22 Ways to Save for a Thru Hike
Making sacrifices and saving money will help me reach my goal, and hopefully some of these will help you too!