MaPa Wampus

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

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

Sep 19, 2024 : MaPa Wampus
Welcome to New Hampshire, The White’s Introduction, and other Observations

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

Sep 8, 2024 : MaPa Wampus
Vermont Vindication and Other Observations

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

Aug 19, 2024 : MaPa Wampus
Noteworthy New England and Other Observations

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

Aug 6, 2024 : MaPa Wampus
Trail in NJ and NY Lead to Great Views, Great Food, and Great History!

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

Jul 21, 2024 : MaPa Wampus
Pondering Pennsylvania and Other Observations

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

Jul 13, 2024 : MaPa Wampus
Virginia Says Goodbye, Anti-Challenge Man and his Other Observations.

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.

Jun 25, 2024 : MaPa Wampus
Spoiled in Shenandoah, Medical Results, and other Observations

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,

Jun 16, 2024 : MaPa Wampus
Small Town Blues leads to Bomb Discovery and Other Observations

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

Jun 3, 2024 : MaPa Wampus
Stunning Virginia Triple Crown, Racing Against a Storm, and Other Observations

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

May 24, 2024 : MaPa Wampus