Amanda Lauritsen

My name is Amanda (trail name Bubble Toes). I met my husband when we thru hiked the AT in 2005, and we have continued to backpack ever since. I am an alcohol free vegetarian (except for crabs - its a Maryland thing) who is hiking the CT this summer. When not hiking, I attempt to teach middle school kids math.

Posts

Day 2- A River Runs Through It

Day 2- A River Runs Through It

Hiking to the Platte River and beyond into the burned section.

Jul 12, 2022 : Amanda Lauritsen
Day 1- The Rocky Road to Denver

Day 1- The Rocky Road to Denver

Getting to Denver and starting the Colorado Trail

Jul 11, 2022 : Amanda Lauritsen
Why I Hike

Why I Hike

I hike for the accomplishment, places, people, and quiet.

Jul 8, 2022 : Amanda Lauritsen
Gear List

Gear List

Picking gear has been so much harder than I thought it would be. Here is what we ended up with.

Jul 6, 2022 : Amanda Lauritsen
We Decided to Drive How Far?

We Decided to Drive How Far?

This time we made the crazy decision to drive to Colorado from Maryland. It was actually better then I thought it would be.

Jul 4, 2022 : Amanda Lauritsen
Zero(ish) Waste Choices I’m Making

Zero(ish) Waste Choices I’m Making

Here are five ways I'm trying to produce less trash on this hike.

Jul 3, 2022 : Amanda Lauritsen
6 Reasons I’m Doing Maildrops

6 Reasons I’m Doing Maildrops

I know everyone says not to do maildrops, and I actually usually agree with them. But here I am anyways with over 100 meals made. Here are the 6 reasons why I’m doing maildrops. 

Jul 2, 2022 : Amanda Lauritsen
So…About Last Time

So…About Last Time

In July, 2018 I attempted the Colorado Trail. And failed miserably. This is why I had to quit and what I'm trying differently this time.

Jun 26, 2022 : Amanda Lauritsen
Yes, We Are That Couple

Yes, We Are That Couple

Sadly, (luckily?) our free time revolves around hitting the trail. Find out how we met and what we are doing this year.

Jun 20, 2022 : Amanda Lauritsen