Laura Houston

Daughter, sister, teacher, organic farmer, MBA student, I’ve had a lot of roles in my 30-years. Before joining the corporate world in the fall, there is one more role I’d like to add to the list: a 2015 AT thru-hiker. So Springer Mountain, I’ll see you in April. Until then, I’ll be planning, traveling to NZ to study abroad and trying to graduate.

Posts

Food Review: Good To-Go Backpacker Meals

Food Review: Good To-Go Backpacker Meals

Let me ask you something: How many backpacking meals taste great? And not just because you’re so trail hungry that any form of calories tastes like a

Jan 7, 2015 : Laura Houston
Week One in New Zealand: Traveling more than half way around the world

Week One in New Zealand: Traveling more than half way around the world

I’m not sure what I was thinking when I booked my ticket to New Zealand. JFK to Dubai, Dubai to Bangkok, overnight stay in Bangkok, Bangkok to

Jan 7, 2015 : Laura Houston
My AT Prep: Backpacking Through New Zealand!

My AT Prep: Backpacking Through New Zealand!

Guess what friends? Just 28 days until this traveling tarheels starts her 11-week journey in New Zealand! I’ve been looking forward to this trip for

Nov 30, 2014 : Laura Houston
Planning for My Gluten Free/Dairy Free Thru-Hike

Planning for My Gluten Free/Dairy Free Thru-Hike

Over the course of my 2,185 mile AT journey I will be faced with many challenges – intense lightening, roaming bears, cold rain, and ridiculously

Nov 9, 2014 : Laura Houston
4.5 Hours For a Pair of Shoes: My Visit to Outdoor 76

4.5 Hours For a Pair of Shoes: My Visit to Outdoor 76

“Why are you driving 4.5 hours for a pair of shoes?!” That was the typical reaction from my friends when I told them of my plans to make the trek

Oct 7, 2014 : Laura Houston
You Only Get One Life: My Reasons For Hiking the AT

You Only Get One Life: My Reasons For Hiking the AT

Alright folks, it’s public commitment time! I am thru-hiking the Appalachian Trail because…. 1. It’s time to clean house: It’s been a long-time

Sep 25, 2014 : Laura Houston
How I Got My Family Onboard with My Thru-Hike

How I Got My Family Onboard with My Thru-Hike

Finally, I’ve figured it out. After 30-years of being my parents’ daughter, I now know how to introduce my family to one of my crazy adventures

Sep 21, 2014 : Laura Houston