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Charles Gutierrez

Retired Military Officer, World Traveler, Chef, and aspiring Thru Hiker. Taking the all-of-the-above approach to not growing old gracefully. Currently seeking The Fountain of Middle Age and living the quiet life in Montana. My wife and I have a small ranch and 18 horses and mules. Leaving this paradise for a January, 2024 start on the Appalachian Trail.

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You Show Me Your Appalachian Trail Gear and I’ll Show You Mine

You Show Me Your Appalachian Trail Gear and I’ll Show You Mine

Winter Start on the Appalachian Trail Considerations After an abundance of advice and research I think my base pack is ready for a winter start.

Dec 2, 2023 : Charles Gutierrez
Nutrition on The Appalachian Trail and for Life

Nutrition on The Appalachian Trail and for Life

Doing Right by Your Body If you knew there was one thing, if done correctly, that would be a major factor in your success or failure on a thru-hike,

Nov 24, 2023 : Charles Gutierrez
Even Though You Didn’t Ask, Here’s Why—

Even Though You Didn’t Ask, Here’s Why—

Once More Into The Breach... Call me Charles. Sometime in my 62nd year I became restless again and started to take inventory of how to quell this.

Nov 15, 2023 : Charles Gutierrez