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When I successfully thru-hike the Appalachian Trail, I will…
We don’t always get second chances in life, especially a second chance at an Appalachian Trail thru-hike. It’s a monumental endeavor to attempt it
Dear Class of 2017. Lessons From A Quitter.
I have written and erased this blog post at least a dozen times since I quit the trail in early July. For one thing, it doesn't feel warm and fuzzy
How I Went From GA to WV In One Month
Greetings friends! I'm sure you thought I may have dropped off the face of the earth, but life decided to add some excitement along with a few twists
My Gear List: 12 Pounds of Chewy Goodness
There are few things in life that I love more than backpacking gear. My cat Shelby, a good ABBA cover band, and my Aunt Maggie's Jell-O salad on the
60 Days To Go…And Full Of G.A.S.
A few days ago my countdown app chirped sixty days to go. I can't believe it's been 40 days since my first blog post on Appalachian Trials! In that
Am I nervous…Or Just Two Tents?
I almost puked when I bought my train ticket to Georgia. It could’ve been from the 2 dozen wings I had previously eaten, but I can usually strip
I Once Saw A Bear’s Ass…
...And it was not what I expected. I mean, it’s not like I expected it to be a sculpted work of art. But…I was kinda, sorta, secretly hoping it would
Try Tom – Now With New Minty Flavor!
Ahhhh…it’s February 1st! Generally, I’m slightly grumpy and bitching about the cold and snow. But not this time. I’m too busy planning for the AT.