Ellen Baldwin

I'm Ellen, I'm 25, and the word "future" makes me shake in my hiking boots. Starting in April, I'll be thru-hiking the A.T. with my childhood friend, Anna.

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Call Me Pony

Call Me Pony

For the benefit of those unfamiliar with hiking culture, I'll explain the concept of trail names briefly. Trail names are nicknames, usually

May 4, 2015 : Ellen Baldwin
Starting Off

Starting Off

Scene: Two college-aged girls watch the horror movie Wrong Turn in a cool, dark basement. On the television screen, attractive, young actors scream

May 2, 2015 : Ellen Baldwin
Preparation Pitfalls

Preparation Pitfalls

When I decide to do something, I like to get started on it immediately. For example, when I find a book synopsis interesting, I want to read the book

Mar 2, 2015 : Ellen Baldwin
Gearing Up

Gearing Up

Much of my preparation for the Appalachian Trail has involved shopping.  Lots and lots of shopping.  This has been both fun — researching gear,

Feb 17, 2015 : Ellen Baldwin