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
Hiking to the Platte River and beyond into the burned section.
Day 1- The Rocky Road to Denver
Getting to Denver and starting the Colorado Trail
Gear List
Picking gear has been so much harder than I thought it would be. Here is what we ended up with.
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.
Zero(ish) Waste Choices I’m Making
Here are five ways I'm trying to produce less trash on this hike.
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.
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.
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.