Danny Strayer

Danny “Crazy Horse” Strayer: Growing up in the Midwest, I spent five years as a civil engineer before calling it quits. Since then I have hiked the Appalachian Trail and New Zealand's Te Araroa. Other adventures include exploring South Africa, Samoa, Europe, Australia, and more! I blog about my travels at www.astraylife.com with videos at youtube.com/astraylife

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The Whites and Their Rocks Nearly Killed Me

The Whites and Their Rocks Nearly Killed Me

After 1,800 miles I finally made it to the infamous White Mountains. Little did I know the mountains would put me through hell.

Nov 10, 2018 : Danny Strayer
New Hampshire in the Buff on Hike Naked Day

New Hampshire in the Buff on Hike Naked Day

Crossing into New Hampshire I was ready for the summer solstice, Hike Naked Day, and Mount Moosilauke

Oct 30, 2018 : Danny Strayer
The Ups and Downs of Vermont

The Ups and Downs of Vermont

The ups and downs of Vermont tested my emotional and physical prowess as I hiked through the Green Mountains.

Sep 16, 2018 : Danny Strayer
The Trail Is Filled with New England Surprises

The Trail Is Filled with New England Surprises

Having never been to New England before, my hike through Connecticut and Massachusetts were full of surprises.

Aug 29, 2018 : Danny Strayer
Taking a Bite Out of the Big Apple

Taking a Bite Out of the Big Apple

With the Garden State behind me, I hiked into New York and made a side trip to the Big Apple.

Aug 24, 2018 : Danny Strayer
New Jersey, You Were Filled with Surprises

New Jersey, You Were Filled with Surprises

After a rough and wet time in Pennsylvania, New Jersey earned its title as the garden state and won me over.

Aug 16, 2018 : Danny Strayer
Hating and Loving Pennsylvania

Hating and Loving Pennsylvania

It’s a love hate relationship hiking through Pennsylvania

Jun 14, 2018 : Danny Strayer
Halfway There: Tips I’ve Learned So Far

Halfway There: Tips I’ve Learned So Far

Halfway to Maine, here’s my advice to current and future hikers.

May 31, 2018 : Danny Strayer
Eating Away the Virginia Blues

Eating Away the Virginia Blues

Let me take you on a culinary journey as I hike through Virginia.

May 7, 2018 : Danny Strayer
A Novice Emerges Trail Hardened after Snows in Smokies

A Novice Emerges Trail Hardened after Snows in Smokies

I’m a little late on the blog scene here at The Trek as I’m nearing 1,000 miles. So let me get you caught up on the last 900 miles as I hike NOBO.

Apr 29, 2018 : Danny Strayer