Jeremy Gottschalk

Jeremy G is a military veteran and enthusiastic hiker. Starting in Hawaii, Jeremy began the Barefoot Hikers, a social group aimed at trail restoration, history and conservation while building friendships. With some 300 hike events over nine years, the group reached 17,000 Barefoot Hikers without injury or fatalities (very rare in Hawaii). In 2016, Jeremy transitioned into the civilian world with hopes of continuing his hobby as more of a lifestyle. He set out to cover two of the National Scenic Trails, AT and the FNST. Follow along with the OG Hawaii 'Barefoot Hiker' as he attempts the AT!

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Thank You, Appalachian Trail

Thank You, Appalachian Trail

Katahdin Was Never The End   I finished my hike backtracking from Katahdin after concerns over my many injuries began to fuel doubts

Oct 24, 2017 : Jeremy Gottschalk
AMC and My Experience in The Whites

AMC and My Experience in The Whites

A New Kind of Beautiful Trail The Whites have shown me something I could never imagine among its many mountains. No longer are the wooded

Sep 20, 2017 : Jeremy Gottschalk
Irma Affects Home, Crossing Into New Hampshire, Mile 1800

Irma Affects Home, Crossing Into New Hampshire, Mile 1800

Pictured: Killington's Thundering Falls   Trail Magic x 10 I've crossed into New Hampshire but not before seeing some of the most

Sep 17, 2017 : Jeremy Gottschalk
Storms Pass – Leaving Vermont

Storms Pass – Leaving Vermont

Mud has been a serious problem for my adventures through Vermont with rainy days being plentiful and tiring. Body pains and a week-long stint in

Sep 8, 2017 : Jeremy Gottschalk
Well, I’m Not Dead Yet

Well, I’m Not Dead Yet

Barefoot Hiker, AKA The Last NOBO, here with another update. New York and the Renaissance FestivalA week ago, I was able to spend some time in an

Aug 19, 2017 : Jeremy Gottschalk
As Much A Mental Hike

As Much A Mental Hike

Passing through sixty miles of New Jersey, there is a certain air of hesitation and delay in many of the other hikers. I've seen consistent

Aug 8, 2017 : Jeremy Gottschalk
Hike and Swipe: What is Cyber Blazing?

Hike and Swipe: What is Cyber Blazing?

I've exited the hardest section of the "first state" of the Appalachian Trail. As I continue through New Jersey, I felt the need to

Aug 5, 2017 : Jeremy Gottschalk
Putting this Gingerly: What’s With All of the Redheads on the AT?

Putting this Gingerly: What’s With All of the Redheads on the AT?

Ever wonder why there's so many redheaded people hiking the lengths of the Appalachian Trail? Top Day Walker researcher might have an answer.

Jul 29, 2017 : Jeremy Gottschalk
Pine Grove Furnace, A Tiny Trail Angel, and Enjoying Southern PA

Pine Grove Furnace, A Tiny Trail Angel, and Enjoying Southern PA

Bags and I have reunited after weeks apart as the Trail family continues many miles ahead. We met up with an awesome trail angel Gina and had a great time exploring Southern PA.

Jul 26, 2017 : Jeremy Gottschalk
Crossing to PA : Last One Wins

Crossing to PA : Last One Wins

Barefoot is still here. And still moving. I've regrouped with part of my tramily as "Bags" has managed to catch up to me. He'd been away at a

Jul 19, 2017 : Jeremy Gottschalk