
Hiker, vanlifer, mountain girl, wanderer, minimalist, wife - Midwestern hospitality with a western mentality - I love carbs and cheeeeese
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Nero Backpacking for the AT
John and I got a bunch of new ultralight gear (shout-out to REI for the sale) for our 2020 AT SOBO hike so we decided to test some of it out on a
Running for the AT
Since moving to Washington state, I have been having trouble finding trails that are as butt-kicking as the trails in the Rockies tend to be. Having
AT Gear Wish List
Trying to find the right gear is super overwhelming. We are starting from scratch for this hike, and we want to keep everything as lightweight as
Hiking Olympic National Park
I've seen some amazing places and quite a few US national parks, but I have to say that this one is my favorite so far. Covering nearly one million
Seattle Trekking
What a day exploring the city! We "hiked" 10.9 miles, climbed 57 floors, and took around 26,043 steps. It was a sunny day in Seattle, and although
Hiking Moab Parks
Moab, the mountains surrounding it, and the many parks and recreation areas are worth a visit even if you choose to just drive through and peep at
Goodbye, Colorado
James Peak - 10/09/19 Yesterday was our final day in Colorado. I have been bouncing around this beautiful state for just over three years, and my
Road to the Appalachian Trail: Arches National Park
On the Move Hi guys! I'm currently traveling and hiking a lot. I am trying to share my journey to the best of my ability, but it's surprisingly hard
How Am I Going to Carry Weight?
Days on the Divide Throughout this past summer and early fall, I've spent quite a bit of time hiking many miles along the Continental Divide in
AT Training: Quandary Peak
Fourteener Season Quandary Peak sits in the Tenmile Range just south of Breckenridge, Colorado. It is the only 14er in its group, and it sits at