Mountain Goat

Just a mini mountain goat by the name of Sprite, here to goat all over the Triple Crown Trails. I've done some things, and I've seen some stuff. In my brief time frolicking this earth, I have resolved to make it my mission to experience everything I can, and share it with everyone I can. My favorite things are the sweet smell of grass after it rains, and sitting atop a collection of seashells on the beach like Smaug over his mountain of treasure.

Posts

An Aggravating Update

An Aggravating Update

To those reading, this post is meant to be a warning, a show of gratitude... And maybe also a bit of a venting. Mail Delay If

Jun 29, 2022 : Mountain Goat
If I Could Plan Again

If I Could Plan Again

A change in planning strategy for the Appalachian Trail

Jun 15, 2022 : Mountain Goat
The Never-Mentioned States

The Never-Mentioned States

When you start researching the Appalachian Trail, there are common challenges and states that reoccur in your searches. Before you embark,

Jun 7, 2022 : Mountain Goat
ZPacks DupleXL Review: First Thoughts

ZPacks DupleXL Review: First Thoughts

Although the Zpacks Duplex has long been a thru hiker standard, I cannot say the same for the DupleXL. In our current attempt of the AT, my

Jun 7, 2022 : Mountain Goat
Pennsylvania…

Pennsylvania…

The Good Contrary to popular belief, Pennsylvania (PA) is not all bad. There's much to be celebrated in this state, and much to be

May 14, 2022 : Mountain Goat
5 Things Not to do in Your First Week

5 Things Not to do in Your First Week

1. Don't Have a Long Travel Itinerary We started our flip-flop with an extremely long commute: Victoria-Vancouver, via ferry at

May 3, 2022 : Mountain Goat
How to Shorten Your Sleeping Pad in 6 Steps

How to Shorten Your Sleeping Pad in 6 Steps

a how to guide on shortening an inflatable sleeping pad

Apr 20, 2022 : Mountain Goat
How To Plan an Appalachian Trail Thru Hike as a Canadian

How To Plan an Appalachian Trail Thru Hike as a Canadian

Top down planning First thing is first, you have to determine how you're going to plan this thing. In my opinion, top down is the only way

Apr 20, 2022 : Mountain Goat
Horns Hooves and Coats: A 2022 AT Gear List

Horns Hooves and Coats: A 2022 AT Gear List

2022 Appalachian Trail Gear list for a couple of flip-flop thru hikers.

Apr 18, 2022 : Mountain Goat
Memoirs of a Mountain Goat: A Thru-Hiker Introduction

Memoirs of a Mountain Goat: A Thru-Hiker Introduction

An introduction to a mini Mountain Goat and the intentions of her unlikely adventures on the Appalachian Trail with her husband. There's struggles, and there's gratitude, despite having yet to set foot on the trail.

Apr 16, 2022 : Mountain Goat