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How [we plan] To Hike With 2 Dogs
People: “It’s just a dog.” Me: “First of all, that’s my freaking child!” Meet Buster and Izzy, the way more exciting half of our 4-person family! Buster is 2 years...
January down, miles to go…
When I decided to make a running/hiking goal for the year, I didn’t have much to base it off. 1,500 miles seemed like a good, round number. It averages out...
Seven Must-Do Day Hikes on the International Appalachian Trail
Gaspé Peninsula is a wide and sparsely populated area covered by forest and mountains. The IAT traverse the length of the peninsula, but not everybody wants to do the whole...
Gear Review: Warbonnet Blackbird Hammock
Basic Specs: Model: Blackbird Lightweight Double Layer Hammock Brand: Warbonnet Outdoors Weight: 1lb 6oz (hammock only) or 1lb 120z (as used with webbing/buckle suspension)
Every Day There’s a Reason to Quit, but It Will Never be Good Enough
Hello world! Don’t worry, Riley and I are still making our way to Springer Mountain. Since my last post the temperatures have been dropping significantly, which makes it difficult to...
In a Thru-Hiker’s Head: Contemplations During a Climb
My body, tired after working a 15-plus-mile day, was aching. Yes, working sounds odd in this situation, although it does fit. Walking may seem like a chore in certain environments....
I Have Royally Screwed Up
Several weeks ago I put out a post entitled "What I'm Doing to Prepare." In that post, I talked about how I was going about physically preparing for the trail....
Foot Care on the Trail: One Man’s Battle with His Feet
Warning: there are some potentially scary and gross pictures of my previous foot injuries in this article. Other warning: I am not a doctor. Let's talk about feet. With 3,000...
Our Inspiration for Picking Trail Names
Those of you thinking of thru-hiking the AT at some point, and who have done a little research, will I’m sure have come across the premise of choosing your trail...
The Final Countdown Before Flying to America
In five weeks’ time we fly. Five weeks until Sian and I hand over our one-way tickets and board a plane to America to start the Appalachian Trail. It’s all...