Nicole Kniffen

I'm Nicole and I'm setting out to thru-hike the AT in 2025! I love challenges, experiences, and adventure and this is one that's been on my list for about 10 years. In my normal life I'm an afterschool teacher (shout out MAPsters) and had the wonderful chance to teach art to - and learn from - some incredible artists leading up to this next journey! I spend most of my time with my family and dog, Voodoo, in MA or my partner and loved ones in New Orleans (if you see me crying, missing them will be why!). So excited to share this hike with everyone back home - keep being YOU!

Posts

Time is Weird Out Here: Days 4-6 on the AT

Time is Weird Out Here: Days 4-6 on the AT

from my first hostel to my first shelter, and none of my shoes are in a tree!

Apr 15, 2025 : Nicole Kniffen
What am I Doing and also I’m so Glad I’m Doing it?

What am I Doing and also I’m so Glad I’m Doing it?

I guess when the hike starts this bad there's no where to go but up (just not too quickly, please)

Apr 10, 2025 : Nicole Kniffen
Took the All Night Train to Georgia

Took the All Night Train to Georgia

As the train crossed each state line I realized I'd be doing a round trip, only on my feet for the return!

Apr 1, 2025 : Nicole Kniffen
What’s in a Pack..

What’s in a Pack..

Anyone else suddenly rethink every piece of gear they invested in right before their thru hike? Just me?

Mar 25, 2025 : Nicole Kniffen
What the Kids Need to Know!

What the Kids Need to Know!

When you tell a bunch of 4th-6th graders you're going to walk 2,200 miles in the woods, these are the things they HAVE to know

Mar 23, 2025 : Nicole Kniffen
Why? I Simply Can’t Not!

Why? I Simply Can’t Not!

Who am I? I'm Nicole! If you're here, you probably know that. If not, hi! I promise my grammar isn't as atrocious as my title... usually. Me and

Mar 4, 2025 : Nicole Kniffen