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Trail Update- Great Smokey Mountain National Park
The Great Smoky Mountain National Park is awe inspiring and one of the toughest challenges on the Appalachian Trail. For me on this thru hike, the
Trail Update, Days 8-15
It has been a while since my last blog post! Sorry fine people, but I am just trying to figure out how this works best for me still. I have not
Trail Update: Day 1-7
Day 1: Springer Mountain to Hawk Mountain Shelter 8.5 miles Monday February 19th, 2024 Obligatory photo of the terminus plaque It has been an
Battling the Boredom
During the 5-7 month trek on the Appalachian Trail there will be times where you are not only battling the elements and terrain, but you will be
Please Allow me to Introduce Myself
Hey! I am super stoked that you found your way here on The Trek! I am excited to be here as well. That must mean we share something in common!
Training for Success
The 2,200+ mile hike is not a straight walk. To be ready for everything the trail can throw at a hiker, training for success is important. The
Prepare Your Own Meals for the Trail
Preparing your own meals can be very fun! There are so many possibilities! After the initial question of ‘Why would you want to do that?’ the
Why the Appalachian Trail? Why Now?
Why this? Why now? These two questions are always asked any time someone wants to talk about my upcoming thru hike on the Appalachian Trail. I feel