
My name is Emily and I’m from the middle of nowhere Illinois. In December 2015 I will graduate with my bachelor’s degree in exercise science from Southern Illinois University. Much to my mother’s dismay, I will be setting out to thru- hike NOBO March 2016.
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Approach Trail to Neels Gap
The aspect of my thru hike that most people find the most shocking is fact that I’m going “alone”. After my trial run, I agree. I had a
Gear, Glorious Gear
After my trial run, here is what that remains. Pack Klymit Motion 60 41.4 oz Tent/ Shelter Big Agnes Fly Creek UL2, w/ foot print 42
“You Ain’t So Bad”, Mountains.
Featured image found here. In college I volunteered for a program (Strong Survivors) that provides personal training and personalized work out
25 Songs to Take You to Katahdin
Here's a list of songs I find particularly enjoyable to hike to. The Great Unknown- Jukebox The Ghost Up Up Up- Givers Simple Song- The
Leap Year and Current Gear
(The featured imaged is from Garden of the Gods.) I've been slacking as far as blogging goes. Do not be alarmed! I'm still going to thru hike.
App Review: Trail Wallet
An app that allows you to manage your budget while hiking.
5 Benefits of Training Before the Trail
Thru hiking the Appalachian Trail is kind of like menopause...Both trials are, in some way, physiological equalizers among men and women. No matter what your starting shape is, after a while, (almost) everyone is doing similar mileage and is in shape. Here's why you should consider training as important as psychological preparation.
Training Hike Numero Uno
I have a problem… Sometimes I get too excited and act on impulse without thinking things through. I was determined to go on a training hike with
I’m Going to Hike the AT, Baby!
9 months. 9 months until I embark on the journey of a lifetime. I could theoretically go through the entire gestation period of a child. (I