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AT Report Card: Mid-Hike Review
I reached Harpers Ferry - the emotional halfway point of the Appalachian Trail. I've crossed over 1,000 miles and finished four (almost five) states.
Happy Days – Trail Edition
After writing a post all about being miserable I wanted to brainstorm a list of some of the simple things that make thru-hikers happy. Here’s what I
Misery Begets a Beautiful Day
Sometimes the trail is hard. It’s too steep, it’s too cold (or too hot), there are too many miles left to go. Although every hiker experiences these
Through the Smokies, and I Just Keep Walking
I’ve made it through the Smokies. At a little over 70 miles, it feels like such a feat to have successfully made it past that point. I’ve been told
What Do Mice Do In Their Free Time?
The First WeekIt’s been over a week of trail life. I’ve met tons of people - some who are still hiking and some who have already quit. I’ve finally
As Journey Begins, I’m Alone but Excited
Waking up at 4:30 a.m. to fly to Georgia was exhausting. Not only was it early in the morning, but it was cold, dark, and stressful. I cruised
School’s Done, My Stuff Is Packed, It’s Time to Hit the Trail
Sitting on my apartment floor surrounded by moving boxes, bags of stuff to donate, and miscellaneous junk, it truly hit me that in one week I will be