Flip-flop
Beginning my SOBO hike, Shenandoah + Trail Angels!
Before Shenandoah Days 96, 97, 98, and 99, miles 1172.5 to 1229.2 (56.7 miles total). I took the train from Washington DC out to Harpers Ferry. On the train I...
The Sierras
Plans Change So I wasn’t actually planning on doing any of the Sierra Nevada. Mainly because I didn’t have the money for a plane ticket down. Thanks to my Aunt...
Vermont
Day 55 - Old Seth Warner Shelter to Route 9 Hoot-hooot-hoot called a barred owl last night, welcoming us to Vermont while we drifted off to sleep in our tent....
Tales From The Trail
What have I learned? I have only been hiking for 5 weeks and have covered just over 500 miles. I have met so many amazing people and I’ve learned so...
Pennsylvania – Part 2
Day 14 - A Zero Day in Hershey Day 15 - Duncannon to Peter’s Mountain Shelter Sometimes I have long, vivid dreams that I remember in great detail upon waking....
Day 3: I Got Lost and Faced a Bear Situation
I got lost for the first time since setting out two days prior, and had to make a decision after learning about a problem bear in the area.
Day 2: One Squall, Two Squall, Three Squall, Four
During my first full day of hiking, progress was slow as I insisted on examining every plant I encountered on the trail.
Day 1, Part 2: I’m Surrounded by Badasses
Throughout my first day on trail, fellow hikers shared their wisdom and perspectives, making me feel warmly welcomed.
Day 1, Part 1: An Unexpected Delay
With the ATC closed for the morning, I spent some time in town before hitting the trail to start my hike.
Day 0: Four Trains to Harpers Ferry
Everyone keeps asking me if I'm super jazzed about my hike, but to be honest, I haven't had much space to think about it. I am exhausted from all of...