Starlight

I’m Starlight, and my life is full of success… depending on your definition. I’m halfway through my twenties, no kids or marriage (yet), and a college dropout. I thru-hiked the Appalachian Trail in 2024 & will be hiking the Pacific Crest Trail in 2026. My definition of success is joy, and I’ve found it. If that resonates with you, follow along with me on my adventures & subscribe to my blog for updates!

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Six Months Post-Katahdin

Six Months Post-Katahdin

It took 6 months to save and prepare for, 6 months to do, and 6 months to recover from… it sounds like a riddle, but it’s true. Thru-hiking the

Apr 16, 2025 : Starlight
Getting Back On That Grind

Getting Back On That Grind

We finished the trail… what now? On October 13, 2024, I took the final of nearly 5 million footsteps on the Appalachian Trail. I spent 6 months and

Feb 8, 2025 : Starlight
The End… For Now.

The End… For Now.

Where did I go? I’ve done quite a bit these last few months since finishing the Appalachian Trail, but first, I’d like to talk about those last

Feb 8, 2025 : Starlight
The Why of the Whites

The Why of the Whites

By “why” I mean “WHY?!” Okay… they aren’t that bad. They are rough and tough, though. A hiker’s experience in the White Mountains is

Sep 24, 2024 : Starlight
Surprise!! I’m Still Out Here…

Surprise!! I’m Still Out Here…

Surprise! I’ve been quiet for a while… but I am still thru-hiking! I’m in New Hampshire and closing in on Maine. I realized I hadn’t posted at

Sep 8, 2024 : Starlight