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Where to Prioritize your Spending with Long-Distance Backpacking Gear
Blogs about the best fabrics for sleeping bags and pros and cons of shoe options are helpful when preparing for the Appalachian Trail, but as I
What to Expect While Hiking in the White Mountains
“Just wait until you get to the Whites.” For over 1,700 miles of trail (NoBos), this phrase became commonplace in conversations with other hikers
Let’s Talk about Ticks (and Tick-Borne Illnesses)
You’re looking out for rocks that could roll your ankles. You’re watching for blazes to guide your way. I get it — looking out for pin-sized bugs
22 Things I Learned On Trail (for my 22nd birthday)
It’s easy to come to the Appalachian Trail and feel like time is standing still. The only sign that time is moving at all is the change in foliage
My Experience with Mental Health on the Appalachian Trail
I was riding shotgun in a pickup truck through the winding roads of North Carolina. My new friend, Sherry, was driving me into a town to resupply
The Importance of Changing Up Your Gear During Your Thru-hike
When preparing for a thru-hike, it’s easy to get lost in the wormhole of sleep systems, shelters, what to wear and more. It’s overwhelming, and
The Truth About On-Trail “Miles Guilt”
It’s in every book. It’s mentioned in videos and in conversation. “Hike your own hike” — but what does that phrase even entail? When it comes to
Five Delicious Backcountry Recipes I Found While Long-Distance Hiking
When it comes to eating on-trail, there can be quite a range of dedication to the craft. Some hikers carry top-of-the-line stove systems with
Weird Thru-Hiker Traditions on the Appalachian Trail
Every day, I meet new hikers that astound me with their stories, humor, and charisma. And for a bunch of people craving adventure, we sure do spend
Transforming my Thru-hiking Pack for Summer
It took me approximately two hours from the start of the Approach Trail to find the first items to swap from my pack. Figures. It seemed like no