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Amicalola Falls to Woody Gap
As much as my joints might hurt, I'm having the time of my life. Seriously. I've got a belly full of beer, I'm freshly showered, the blister tape is off...
Q21
My last post was about 20 questions I've been asked. I was asked a 21st question today, one that I hadn't been asked previously. It was from my accountant....
12 lb Base Weight Gear List
The long awaited day has finally come. I officially have all of my gear for my southbound AT thru hike. Here is the base weight gear (food and water not...
Am I Insane?
With only three more days before I begin my thru-hike... I find myself asking two questions about my future.
The Trail Food Trifecta: Ramen, Mac & Cheese, & Idahoans
What’s so special about ramen? Mac & cheese? Idahoans? They looks so average. So boring. So...meh. Well you’re wrong! image courtesy of clipartbest.com Think again hiker trash! These
12 Gorp Varieties to Hike With
There's a reason why trail mix is a trail staple. It's easy to make, easy to eat, and it tastes good. Why not try a variety of different mixtures?
Gear Review: The Ursack
A review of the Ursack S29 AllWhite bear-proof food storage system. $69.95, eight ounces, and worth its weight in convenience.
Turning Forty, and Wanting a Life of Adventure
I turned 40 earlier this month. I don’t think I ever really believed I’d get this far. I’m feeling like maybe I don’t need to settle for the status quo...
83 Pieces of Advice for Thru-Hikers, from Thru-Hikers
If you ask twenty people how to thru-hike the Appalachian Trail, you're likely to get twenty different answers. So- that's exactly what we did. Because there is no one-size-fits-all approach...
A Look Inside a Dog’s Pack
Have you ever though about taking your dog backpacking? Take a look inside Jetta's pack and get some general tips about backpacking with dogs.