Megan Landstine

Pacific Northwesterner. Amateur Coddiwompler. Cool Wife. Nature Enthusiast. Dog Mom. SOBO2017 "Pickles"

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Maine.  Or, Finding Just What You Were(n’t) Looking For

Maine. Or, Finding Just What You Were(n’t) Looking For

I have hiked 252.7 miles of the Appalachian Trail, plus some extra miles on "detours" and side trails.  I started this journey with the goal of being

Sep 17, 2017 : Megan Landstine
What’s in a Trail Name?

What’s in a Trail Name?

I had heard all sorts of things about trail names before beginning to hike the Appalachian Trail. "I wonder what name I will have bestowed upon

Aug 20, 2017 : Megan Landstine
Katahdin, 100-Mile Wilderness, and What made the Cut

Katahdin, 100-Mile Wilderness, and What made the Cut

Greetings from Monson! On August 1, my husband, Ian, and I summited Katahdin on a wonderful, bluebird day. Also, the Sawmill Bar & Grill in

Aug 12, 2017 : Megan Landstine
I Am “Late”

I Am “Late”

Most of the information a person will come across regarding a thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail is meant for a northbound hiker.  The Trail Days of

Jul 26, 2017 : Megan Landstine
AT SOBO Gear List

AT SOBO Gear List

The oft discussed gear list. Do you have all the lightweight items?  What was your budget?  Since my preparations began, I have been trying to

Jul 16, 2017 : Megan Landstine
Mental Preparations for a Thru-Hike

Mental Preparations for a Thru-Hike

Anyone who has told a person their plans to a attempt a thru-hike has inevitably heard the response, “Why?” And I would not doubt that many, like

Jul 10, 2017 : Megan Landstine
Physical Preparations for a Thru-Hike

Physical Preparations for a Thru-Hike

I consider myself to be a fit person.  In no way am I saying I am going to win any races or competitions, but I have what I would consider better

Jun 14, 2017 : Megan Landstine
Hola!

Hola!

My name is Megan- this is my first entry on Trek.  I would like to introduce myself without boring you, and hope that you will check back as I update

Jun 6, 2017 : Megan Landstine