
Hey ? my name is Shannon Keizer aka The Plum Hiker and I love to hike! I worked at REI teaching others how to connect to nature responsibly! I am so stoked to be thru hiking the Appalachian Trail this year!!
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Trail Days 2023!!!
Trail Days. What can I say?! It was an experience đ This was my first time to be a part of the festivities. I didnât think Iâd be able to go,
Ponies on the Appalachian Trail!!
The Grayson Highlands in itself is a magical place and a beloved part of the Appalachian Trail hiking culture! The beauty of the landscape is one
Trail Town USA!!!
Made it to Damascus!! What an adventure it has been this far! I did some bigger miles to get here and so glad that I did. Took an unexpected zero
Sunshine & Struggles
So many times I poured over social media and YouTube to watch other hikes and it seems that itâs always sunshine and rainbows! After almost 400
Trail Magic on The Appalachian Trail
Trail Magic is to some just a word but to those who hike The Appalachian Trail it is a truly magical word!!! It is
âOnward Hostelâ
Thereâs a new hostel in town at mile 110 on the Appalachian Trail in North Carolina. The new owner is Stephen Lewis (Onward) who opened the doors
Emotional on the Appalachian Trail
What an emotional rollercoaster! Having to leave my family for an extended period of time was hard to say the least. I didnât expect such strong
âWhat Have I Done!!â
The last day before I start my Appalachian Trail thru hike!!! Oh my! Have you ever had that thought? âWhat have I done?â All the last minute
Thoughts before the Trail!
Have you ever had a dream so BIGâŚthat you thought maybe it wouldnât come to fruition..?! WellâŚI sure did! âWould I ever get to hike the
Trying out the gear!!
Trying out the gear! As my thru-hike draws closer I am making sure my gear works well. Iâve done other thru hikes just not as long as The