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The End of the Journey for Now: Heat Stroke on Trail
A medical emergency isn't something anyone wishes to experience on trail. But it's something that anyone recreating in the backcountry should be
Back of the Bubble: Wood’s Hole Magic and Virginia’s Triple Crown
Coming back to the Appalachian Trail after two weeks in the UK felt like trying to slip back into a lifestyle that should have been familiar but felt
A Side Quest Across the Pond
You've heard of taking a blue blaze trail, right? Well, I think I took a blue blaze a little too far, because I ended up in the UK! (For
Damascus or Bust: Is Trail Days Worth Leaving the Trail?
Trail Days. Trail Days is an annual festival held in Damascus, Virginia to celebrate the Appalachian Trail. There are vendors, live music, plenty of
Is This My Favorite Section of Trail?
We all need those places that feel like home in the midst of a journey. And it's probably too early to say it, but this might be my favorite section
The Unconventional Route: Over the Smokies and Through the Fear
We have a lot of time to think out here, and word travels fast on the trail. You have to enjoy spending time with yourself and your thoughts, or
Sliding Down the Mountain: From the NC Border to the Fontana Hilton
I woke up at 3 AM to one of the weirdest sensations I've ever felt: I was sliding. I quickly sat up in my tent, rubbing my eyes and trying to
Groovin’ Through Georgia: One Step at a Time
Sunny. 70 degrees. Sounds like spring in Georgia, right? I’ve just crossed into North Carolina, the second state on this incredible trail, and
Inspired By A Teacher: A Bit About Me and My Why
Have you ever had a dream that's been playing out in the back of your mind for years? But the years keep coming, so there it sits. Sometimes