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My Last Post
Better late than never. I last posted on The Trek at the end of the 100 mile wilderness on the flop portion of my thru-hike back in 2021. I did not
The 100 Mile Wilderness
Just saying the name of this section of the Appalachian Trail can be intimidating. The challenge is 100 miles of straight hiking with no hostel or
The Hardships of Hiking the Appalachian Trail
When I started this journey I assumed that the hard parts would be walking for 10-20 miles per day, setting up a proper bear hang and being afraid
Shenandoah National Park and the Rollercoaster
My battle with the rocks seemed to be over on my first day hiking in Shenandoah National Park. The trail smoothed out and the walking was easier.
Southern Virginia is NOT Flat!
Through the first part of my AT hike I frequently heard “Virginia is flat.” I beg to differ! Southern Virginia offered some significant elevation
Faceplant – Your Trail Ended Too Soon
Yesterday, I got a note from the wife of a man named Alan Stuart whom I met on trail back in Georgia. She was worried because she had not heard
Smokin the Smokies!
I had the bright idea that we could hike the Smoky Mountain National Park section of the AT straight through. Most Thru-hikers stop at Newfound
North Carolina Blues
Lightning Strikes Two section hikers left Fontana Village this morning and started across Fontana Dam. The weather was rainy with scattered storms
Flowers, Fabulous Flats and Friends
Flowers When I took on the AT challenge, I was focused on the hard parts. I worried about tough climbs, bad weather, sore feet, and being alone.
Georgia On My Mind
I am writing this from my first off trail stop. I smell -but of soap and shampoo not sweat and body odor! Yeah! Clothes have been washed, more