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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
If I Could Plan Again
A change in planning strategy for the Appalachian Trail
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,
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
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
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
How to Shorten Your Sleeping Pad in 6 Steps
a how to guide on shortening an inflatable sleeping pad
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
Horns Hooves and Coats: A 2022 AT Gear List
2022 Appalachian Trail Gear list for a couple of flip-flop thru hikers.
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.