Erica Notini

2017 AT Thru Hiker and outdoor enthusiast, I have been hiking in and around the White Mountains of NH since I was 6 with my mom and brothers. After finishing the AT, I pursued my goal of spending my life outside by becoming a guide for a wilderness therapy program. Despite living in the woods for a living, the lure of thru hiking has persisted. Stay tuned for more adventures to come!

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Why We Can’t Have Nice Things

Why We Can’t Have Nice Things

I'm happy to report that this post has much less vomit in it than the last one. You can put the tums away now. Day 29: Rich Mountain Lookout Tower

May 14, 2017 : Erica Notini
The Hills are Alive with the Sounds of Norovirus

The Hills are Alive with the Sounds of Norovirus

Then, somewhere in the darkest corner of my mind, a voice said "you're not allowed to quit on a bad day." I screamed at it. I ranted and raged and hollered and protested for all I was worth. Still it persisted. "You're not allowed to quit on a bad day."

May 5, 2017 : Erica Notini
I Pooped in the Woods and Other Misadventures

I Pooped in the Woods and Other Misadventures

Hold on to your hats ladies and gentlemen, the third installment in my AT adventure is a big one (and it's coming from my cell phone)! Day 15: NOC

Apr 30, 2017 : Erica Notini
Neros and Heroes, but Never Zeros

Neros and Heroes, but Never Zeros

Well hello there internet! It's been a while! Last time you heard from me, I was seven days into my trip. I've made some progress since then, so

Apr 24, 2017 : Erica Notini
Gatorade Ramen and the Meat Sweats

Gatorade Ramen and the Meat Sweats

As I sit here in front of an actual computer for the first time in over a week, I am overwhelmed with everything I have to write about. So much has

Apr 16, 2017 : Erica Notini
Rogue Waves and Pokemon – Pre Hike Thoughts

Rogue Waves and Pokemon – Pre Hike Thoughts

I'm afraid that I'm not ready. I'm afraid that I'll be alone, and I'm afraid that I already am. I'm terrified that once I finish I'll be just as lost as I am now.

Mar 29, 2017 : Erica Notini
The Current State of Affairs

The Current State of Affairs

Hello all! No, I have not dropped off the face of the Earth, although I can understand if that's what everyone thinks. While this may not

Feb 27, 2017 : Erica Notini
On Feeling Stuck

On Feeling Stuck

Some lovely photos from my day hike on the Jefferson loop in the Whites. I'm not on the trail, and there's nothing I can do about it. Instead,

Sep 1, 2016 : Erica Notini
Inside the Mind of a Future Thru Hiker: Why I’m Insane Enough to Hike the AT

Inside the Mind of a Future Thru Hiker: Why I’m Insane Enough to Hike the AT

I'm f*cking terrified. That's right, scared shitless, petrified, shaking at the knees, spooked, horror-stricken, however you want to say it. Being out in the woods ALONE at night actually scares the crap outta me.

Aug 16, 2016 : Erica Notini
A Very Anticipated and Highly Expected Journey

A Very Anticipated and Highly Expected Journey

Wow. Okay, cool this is actually happening. I guess I should tell you people who I am yeah? Yeah.

Aug 3, 2016 : Erica Notini