We are empty nesters trying to figure out what we want to be when we grow up. This hike is part of our transition from steel, concrete, and constant sirens to sandstone cliffs, the salty breeze, and the laughing call of the kookaburra.
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The Wondrous and Wicked Whites; Hostels, Huts, a Ski Club, and Other Observations
Wondrous and Wicked Whites Our journey in New Hampshire continued with the Wildcat summits, which boast the steepest mile on the AT. Climbing
Welcome to New Hampshire, The White’s Introduction, and other Observations
As we take our first steps in Maine, we look back on our journey through New Hampshire. This portion of the trail was easily the most
Vermont Vindication and Other Observations
As we advance to the Granite State, we cannot help but feel excited as we have but two States left in this long adventure. Sloshing out of
Noteworthy New England and Other Observations
As we sit in the Seth Warner shelter just inside the Vermont border, I am resigned to the fact that my day is done at 5PM. The rain
Trail in NJ and NY Lead to Great Views, Great Food, and Great History!
New Jersey and New York Trail The Trail Changes The rocks of Pennsylvania slowly dissipated in New York and New Jersey. In their place came a
Pondering Pennsylvania and Other Observations
Pondering Pennsylvania Stepping into NJWe finally stepped out of Pennsylvania, so I feel I can talk about the experience. We had
Virginia Says Goodbye, Anti-Challenge Man and his Other Observations.
Our duo wind their way through the trail hitting four states, several parks, and historical sites. This section had our team dealing with a hornet attack, a bear encounter, and weighing the worth of challenges.
Spoiled in Shenandoah, Medical Results, and other Observations
Spoiled in Shenandoah Glamping on the ATThis week has us pushing into and through the Shenandoah National Park (SNP). Opened in 1935,
Small Town Blues leads to Bomb Discovery and Other Observations
Small Town Blues The Footbridge Across the JamesWe poured out onto the AT’s longest footbridge across a gorgeous James River on a
Stunning Virginia Triple Crown, Racing Against a Storm, and Other Observations
This week we entered the area near Roanoke, Virginia, and were able to experience the Virginia Triple Crown. I’ve seen photos before and even