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Where Have I Been Hiding?
As a general rule, I'm a big personality. “Larger than life is just the right size!” to quote the fabulous Noxeema Jackson. When I go quiet,
The New England Trail, Part 6: The Spur and The Finale!
The New England Trail is unique in that it isn't a single footpath from end to end. Almost 205 of its 235 miles is a single path; however, it also
The New England Trail, Part 5: Rainy Days, Road Walks, and Rocky Trails
After two days off for storms, we did not want to wait any longer. It was time to get back on trail! Our feet were rested. The temperatures had
The New England Trail, Part 4: Shoulder Season in Connecticut
The Wonder Twins, aka me and Band Aid, were reunited! It was time to say farewell to Massachusetts and hello to Connecticut. Day 1: Short and
The New England Trail Part 3: High Points and Cold Nights
To say that I was excited for some overnights would be an understatement. Isn’t that what separates the backpackers from the day hikers? I had been
The New England Trail Part 2: Day Hikes and River Crossings
During my running years, I would tell myself at the beginning of a run, ‘Remember, the first mile always sucks.’ It takes a moment to get in the
The New England Trail Part 1: From the Top! (sorta)
Hiking in the shoulder seasons bring a unique set of challenges. The weather is apt to swing to extremes, often from one day to the next. Winter
Gear Shifts from the AT to the NET
Hikers’ equipment shifts and evolves over time. Sometimes a piece of gear breaks out on a hike, and you have to go with whatever you can find in the
New Year! New Trail! New England!
It’s 2023. Thru-hiking season is well underway. It’s a weird spot to be in, mentally. This time last year, I had started my AT journey. My whole
Yesterday’s Adventure, Tomorrow’s Challenge
Meg is gone.My beloved pack, my one and only constant hiking partner, has been shipped off for repairs, My faithful companion, Meg and I don't