My name is Elayna (no trail name yet!), and hiking the AT in 2025 will be my first experience thru-hiking! You can blame all the other bloggers on the Trek for making me think this was a good idea... Follow along on by subscribing to my blog and my YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/@OriginalSpacewhale
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Day 0 – Getting to Georgia
Saying goodbye to friends, home, and everything I own I am so grateful for my friends who showed up to send me off the weekend before leaving for my
Preparing for the AT
Logistics, moving, and preparing mentally and physically for the craziest thing I've ever done.
Sandals on the AT?
Hiking sandals: not for everyone. Yes for me! Why I choose hiking sandals over trail runners and hiking boots.
Gear List Time!
What's my base weight? What's my heaviest piece of gear? What am I thinking bringing ___? Read all about my personalized AT gear list here!
What I’m NOT Looking Forward to on the Appalachian Trail
Did you know that backpacking is hard? Come with me as I learn to have reasonable expectations for what the trail may have to offer, including rain, mud, wet clothes, cold, heat, hunger, blisters, bears, and ticks, oh my!
Choosing a Hammock for the Appalachian Trail
Why I chose to sleep in a hammock on the Appalachian trail. Cost and comfortability compared to tent camping.
You’re Doing What????
Why I am hiking the Appalachian Trail in 2025. A list of my reasons and some helpful links to show my family I won't be eaten by bears.