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A Hike Delayed
I checked for bats in the cave before taking this. 🙃 I mean, when else can I use that caption? I really don't know how to start this. I have...
Canceling My Thru-Hike: A Crushing, but Correct Decision
Two days ago, I made the tough decision to cancel my northbound thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail. Today, I finalized that decision by canceling my car rental to Georgia and...
Why I’m Getting Off the AT Amid COVID-19 Concerns
The trail serves all, and we should strive to serve the trail.
Standing Bear to Hot Springs, NC – Coronavirus Update
Today will have some tough climbs and a more than the usual number of breaks. I leave Standing Bear and almost immediately begin a tough climb. During the ascent  I...
Thoughts on Postponing My Thru-Hike
Before starting, re: this coronavirus situation: I want to send my love, hope and compassion out to all of you, particularly to those struggling with health and finances. I want...
Trail Update: Learning to Accept What Is
Greetings from mile 177.7! I have been on trail for a bit over three weeks, and quite literally the world is a different place. I am feeling very grateful to...
To Hike or Not to Hike in an Uncertain Time
A look into decisions I'm trying to make as a flight attendant who was getting ready to hit the trail, and ways in which the coronavirus has impacted that.
Should I Stay or Should I Go? Thru-Hiking During a Pandemic
Is it morally responsible to embark on a cross-country thru-hike in the midst of a global pandemic?
Over Before It Began … For Now
Everything Changed It's been a strange few weeks to say the least. Last week I fitted all my kit into my pack for the first time, practiced my bear bag...
Coronavirus Concerns: Watching and Waiting
I sure picked an interesting year to do a thru-hike. After years of dreaming and 12 months of planning, I stand ready to begin the Appalachian Trail with my kids....