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Heat, Slackpacking, and West Point
Often, daily hikes differ from what has been planned. Weather, damaged equipment, and sore feet are typical culprits. But in the nine days since I
Pennsylvania: The Challenge of my Home State
I was born and raised in Pennsylvania. I eat scrapple, chicken corn soup, and my favorite sandwich is lebanon bologna on a potato roll. I retained my
Lessons From Our First Half
Central and I are home in Pennsylvania, about to return to the trail after haircuts, resupply, and completing various “home things.” We head north
Through North Carolina, and on to Damascus (Via the Southern Route!)
When last I blogged Central and I were getting ready to head north from Hot Springs, NC. We’ve done that - I can tell by the fact that the post
Smokies, and Rain, and Bears, Oh My!
When last you heard from us, Central and I were leaving Fontana Village, crossing Fontana Dam, and heading into the Smokies. But I gave the Fontana
On the Edge of the Smokies
It is Memorial Day, Monday, May 26, a significant day to both Central and myself. We are both veterans, and we know persons lost in service to our
Georgia on my Heels
Back on the Trail! After a wonderful respite with family and friends in Pennsylvania, Central and I - with backpacks and updated equipment ensconced
The Way to Damascus
It is Wednesday, May 7, 2025, and Central and I are currently cooling our heels in southcentral Pennsylvania, three days remaining until we fly to
Back on the AT: Full-tilt on the Restart
I returned to the AT on April 7, after a night at the BeeCh Hill Hostel near Troutville, VA, followed by a lovely breakfast. Central (I think he only
Waynesboro, the Three Ridges Wilderness, The Priest, and Modern Emergency Medicine
Winter Hiking, Take Two I previously observed that winter hiking has both advantages and challenges, with cooler temperatures and empty shelters