Hiker Intro
Living Up to My Identity as an Outdoorswoman on the Long Trail
Hi, I’m Jamie and I’ll be attempting a northbound end-to-end hike of Vermont’s Long Trail this fall. Here’s a little about me and why I’m hiking. I’ve always identified as...
Dreams vs. Reality for a Colorado Trail Thru-Hike
I had a very loose idea of how I wanted my Colorado Trail hike to go and then (dun dun dunnn) the pandemic hit. Luckily, I've been able to hike...
Origin of the Thru Crew
I found a teeny husky and a hiker trash partner on the A.T. last year. Now we are hitting the Colorado Trail (plus one Great Dane and said Teeny Husky)...
Howdy, Long Trail! The Name’s Scrappy
Hey y'all! My name is Tracy and I am thru-hiking the Long Trail this summer. I'm a 34-year-old legal professional in the DC area, a mom, a yogi, and an...
Meet the Team- San Luis Loop 2020
Disclaimer: You should only be hiking trails that aren’t overcrowded during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, and keep at least a six-foot distance from others. Before taking on any...
From Layoff to Long-Distance Trail: My Decision to Hike the AT
Two days before getting laid off from my job in June last year I was out drinking with friends. After a while talk turned to what we’d be doing if...
Breaking Up Is Hard to Do. And So Is a Thru-Hike
Dealing with a breakup is hard. Dealing with a breakup less than two weeks before a six-month backpacking trip is even harder.
There’s Always a Good Reason to Not Go on an Adventure
Sometimes you just have to cut your tethers to the world, pick up your pack and walk out your back door!
Hiking with Six Kids Better be Easier Than Getting Them to Georgia
My plan from the beginning was to drive to Georgia. My husband was going to drive the RV, and we would follow him in another car. It was a lovely...
The Mountains Are Calling My Name
Upcoming april I'm going on a 2650-miles stroll, from Mexico to Canada. In my first blog I will tell you about myself and why I am attempting this insane hike,...