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Week 23: What the Appalachian Trail has done for me
It was last December, and I was looking at a Facebook post from the great Zach Davis, treasured leader of the Appalachian Trials community. He was
Week 22: I might be hungry
Ever had a meal that tasted so good you wanted to savor it, then after a bit you were full enough that eating was uncomfortable, but you kept eating
Week 21: Country Roads
The Shenandoah National Park is such a weird set of contrasts. On one hand, you have some truly breathtaking mountains, some challenging Trail
Weeks 19 & 20: Moving Right Along (We’re Fast and Fancy Free)
Well, five months on the Trail! Wow. I honestly didn't think I'd make it this far. I thought I'd be kidnapped by wood elves by
Week 17: The Forests of Mirkwood
Oh the joys of hiking in late July! I completely lost track of June, and now I'm stumbling into August! I think I've discovered a new level
Week 16: Tell Me Who Are You
It's now been four months since I started the Appalachian Trail. Some particularly fast hikers would be done by now. Many more who started when I did
Weeks 14 & 15: It’s a Five O’clock World When the Whistle Blows
A few years ago, I was working as a lower level manager for a tech support call center in northern Kentucky. My work load would shift depending on
Week 13: Meet Virginia
You know, I've read easily dozens hiking blogs that mention how wrong the statement “Virginia is flat” is completely and totally wrong. But I've
Week 12: The Road to Damascus
As of June 15th, I've been on the Appalachian Trail for three months. And I have to tell you, I am loving it! This past week or so has been by far my favorite section, with well designed trails, beautiful sights, some great people, and my personal physical fitness finally impacting the way I actually feel.
My Stay at Vango Abby Memorial Hostel
I knew I wanted to stay at Vango/Abby Memorial Hostel before I ever left on the AT. Because I knew I wanted to meet “Scotty” Trail maintainer,