I am 23 years old and I recently graduated college with a degree in biology. I thru-hiked the Appalachian Trail in 2025 and absolutely loved it. I plan on doing many more thru hikes in the future. Outside of backpacking I enjoy playing golf, snowboarding, weight lifting, running and birding.
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My Appalachian Trail Gear List
Before diving into my specific gear picks, it’s worth noting that every hiker’s setup looks a little different. If you’re in the planning phase and
My Appalachian Trail State Rankings
1. Virginia Virginia was my favorite state on the AT. I loved it because of the relatively easy terrain, amazing views, great trail towns, and
Appalachian Trail Day 115-119
Day 115 Cloud Pond Lean-to to Logan Brook Lean-to (24.5) I started hiking around 6 this morning because I knew it would be a long day. The day began
Appalachian Trail Day 109-114
Day 109 Poplar Ridge Lean-to to Hostel of Maine (21.5) I woke up this morning at 5 and it was still raining so I slept for a little bit longer. I
Appalachian Trail Day 103-108
Day 103 Pinkham Notch to US Route 2 (21.1) I started off the morning with a big breakfast at KTs house. Then we drove back to the trail and started
Appalachian Trail Day 97-102
Day 97 Hikers Welcome Hostel to Eliza Brook Shelter (17) I slept well at the hostel last night and had some donuts and coffee for breakfast. I
Appalachian Trail Day 91-96
Day 91 Greenwall Shelter to Killington Peak (19.5) I have formed a tramily out of nowhere. It is the seven people that were in the shelter
Appalachian Trail Day 85-90
Day 85 Upper Goose Pond Cabin to Crystal Mountain Campsite (25.8) This morning started off on a high note. I woke up and was treated to free
Appalachian Trail Day 79-84
Day 79 Telephone Pioneers Shelter to Schaghticoke Road (14.4) Today was a nice and easy day. I started hiking around 6 so I could meet Henry’s
Appalachian Trail Day 73-78
Day 73 Millbrook-Blairstown Road to Sunrise Mtn Road (20.1) This morning I slept in a little bit at Dan's house. We had a long drive back to the









