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Rocksylvania Is Done, and We’re Getting a Rest
Rocksylvania is no joke! Chilli and I have made it through the rocks of Pennsylvania and are in Deleware Water Gap. We took a beating! I had
Dealing with Blisters and a New Trail Family
After having a wonderfully refreshing time with good friends in Boiling Springs, Pa., Chilli and I have been hiking with three other people - Sweet
Rain Delay and Dangerous Flooding
Well, the trail is always teaching lessons and the lesson we’re being taught on day one is adapting and being flexible. We made it across the Potomac
My Grandbabies Will be in My Thoughts on the Trail
I am so blessed to be a grandmother. I’m not sure there is anything sweeter than wonderful little grandbabies. I currently have one grandson and two
Spring Break, New Adventures, and Now Less than 60 Days to Hike
Nigel (Chilli -- because he's always cold and loves the food -- and yes, it's spelled that way) and I have just 60 days left before our feet hit the
Just Ninety More Days, and Still So Many Questions
Just 90 more days. Ninety days to make sure my gear is what I want. Ninety days to make sure my food is all in order. Ninety days to make sure we
Thru-Hiker’s Goal: Learning The Lessons Of The Trail
Having a specific diet while hiking can cause many issues. I do not have the option of being able to walk into a gas station and buy food. I cannot
New Year and New Anticipation
New Year and New Chapter It's a new year and a new chapter is about to be written. I am so looking forward to my thru-hike. I believe I will
Time off to Finalize the Planning
Planning There are so many details in planning a hike of this magnitude. I have spreadsheets that give me and Free Gear an idea of miles we need to
Chasing the Dream on the AT in 2018
Franconia Ridge, New Hampshire is one of my most favorite places in the United States. The first time I saw this I actually cried. I am so amazed