Keckeley Habel

Hey all! My name is Keckeley and I'm a (very) recent graduate of St. Lawrence University! I'm hiking the AT SOBO starting early June and can't wait to get going. I've been dreaming of doing this hike since I was young after hearing my mom's stories of the same journey. Originally from Kalispell, MT, the Rockies are my home, so I'm excited to explore other mountains, rivers and people! Hike on!

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Unpredictable, Scary and Savage

Unpredictable, Scary and Savage

When I set off on this journey, friends armed me with advice of all varieties. "Make sure you wear army grade socks", "Don't poop in the woods, you

Oct 17, 2017 : Keckeley Habel
Pennsylvania: The Land of Rocks, Rain and Radical Decisions

Pennsylvania: The Land of Rocks, Rain and Radical Decisions

Because really, who likes being alone for weeks on end. Friends are fun!

Aug 22, 2017 : Keckeley Habel
To Those Who Think I Can’t

To Those Who Think I Can’t

People love to exaggerate (including me) but I will not let their tales scare me out of this.

Jul 14, 2017 : Keckeley Habel
Ace: A Woman of Dogged Determination

Ace: A Woman of Dogged Determination

"I'm glad we're made of the same stuff, because it makes me think I will finish this journey after all."

Jun 25, 2017 : Keckeley Habel
A 10 Year Dream: Why I’m Hiking the AT

A 10 Year Dream: Why I’m Hiking the AT

When I was young, I remember my mom telling stories of her great post-graduate adventure through a mountain range out east called the Appalachians.

May 31, 2017 : Keckeley Habel