Why I’m Hiking Lists
Aren’t You Scared of Being Eaten by a Bear? and other questions.
Aren't you worried about getting eaten by a bear? Mmm, sometimes but hey the way I see it I'd rather get eaten by a bear on the A.T. than die...
The What and the Why: Journey to the Appalachian Trail
In more clear and concise terms... it's less of being between a rock and a hard place, and more justifying your divergent decisions to your entire world. What the hell...
8 Reasons I’m Thru-Hiking the AT in 2023
"You're going to do what? Where? For how long? At this point in your life? Why?!"
“Why would you do that?” -my mom
Hello everyone! My name is Jenna, no trail name. So I've been struggling with how to start my first blog post for a few weeks, and true to form, I'm...
Six Reasons I’m Thru-Hiking the Colorado Trail This Summer
After dreaming about and planning for my upcoming Colorado Trail thru-hike for the last six months, the countdown is on. I’m a mere two weeks away from my start date,...
Why I Hike
I hike for the accomplishment, places, people, and quiet.
17 and a Native New Yorker: How I Ended Up On the AT
Hi! I am a 17-year-old from New York City who decided in 2021 to thru-hike the Appalachian Trail. I am an avid reader of philosophy, a poet, a passionate debater,...
Our Why
Why do we want to thru-hike the Appalachian Trail? Complete with inspirational quotes.
Why Are We Doing This? Why Am I Doing This?
I was almost at the top of a ridge. I picked my way over rocks. The scent of honeysuckle and wildflowers surrounded me, filled my nostrils. Buzz of bees and...
Why Am I Hiking?
Why am I hiking? That is a great question. Does there have to be a reason? Can it not be said that I am doing it for the joy...