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That must have been life changing …
Today is my birthday. Because birthdays often prompt us to reflect on our progress, the past, the future, and indulge in favorite things, I'm finally
Home Again on the AT
There was a lot about my last few days on Trail that felt like being home again. Rather than being on some faraway mountain, I was on my home turf,
Every Flavor Beans
Fans of Harry Potter, or anyone obliged to know the story because of a friend or family member, will recognize the reference to "every flavor beans".
People Doing Good
I read the news today. I've mostly unplugged from media while on the Appalachian Trail, both on principle and because of limited connectivity. But
Georgia – Friendly in Every Way
It was great to be back in the land of switchbacks, rhododendrons, and good barbecue! Georgia welcomed us in every way we could have asked for,
Glimpses of Reality
The thing about intentionally staying lost in the woods for four months is that you sort of forget how the real world functions. What used to seem so
Vermont’s Long Trails
The Long Trail, America's oldest long-distance hiking trail, was conceived and built by members of the Green Mountain Club between 1910 and 1930. It
Maine – All the Feels
Maine, and its highest peak of Mt. Katahdin, are the end point of the Appalachian Trail for most thru-hikers. The miles through the 100 Mile
Maine’s Great Smoky Mountains
Once a northbound hiker is through the Mahoosuc range in Maine, things become more like a normal trail. This week, I hiked through a beautiful series
Elevation and Terrain – Not the Same
File this post in the enormous category of things I didn't fully appreciate before setting foot on the AT 114 days ago. As regular readers will know,
