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Katahdin: A History and a Finale
Katahdin Rising Katahdin is the Alpha and the Omega for thru-hikers; NOBOs, SOBOs, and flip-floppers all recognize the significance of conquering
Walking Home: From Gorham, NH, to Monson, ME
"Walking home, huh?" Though I always responded with a chuckle and a nod, I resisted the near-overwhelming urge to roll my eyes. From day one,
The Thru-Hiker Metamorphosis, Part 2: Mind
The Pre and Post Aspiring thru-hikers take to the trails for a variety of reasons. For some, a long-distance hike is a physical challenge unlike
The Thru-Hiker Metamorphosis, Part 1: Body
While researching for the Appalachian Trail, I was surprised to find little information about the effects long distance-hiking has on the human body
The AT Community Part 2: Trail Family Tree
What is the “Trail Family Tree?” Back in part one, I talked about the cast of characters one meets on a thru-hike. In many ways, these people add
The AT Community Part 1: The People
What’s New? After nearly two months on the trail, I’ve begun to settle into the daily routines of thru-hiking. With less time spent worrying about
From Hot Springs to Erwin: A Trail Update
So you’ve survived Georgia, powered through Fontana Dam, conquered the Smokies, and breezed into Hot Springs, NC, at mile 275… What Now? While
Thru-Hikers: 3 Tips for Newbies (From a Newbie)
Twenty-One Days Today marks three weeks on the Appalachian Trail. Though I’d been told that time on trail differs greatly from time in the real
Thru’s-Eve: A Final Gear Check Before Hitting the AT
For aspiring and committed thru-hikers, the first day on trail always seems like the carrot-on-a-stick that remains just out of reach. Not a day goes
Four Lessons to Guide My Thru-Hike
For many, the first step is acknowledging what you don’t know. Scrolling through countless thru-hiker communities and blogs, I quickly realized that