AT (The New Era) – WV to PA – Journey Across 2016 – 2021 Week 15
- Harpers Ferry WV to Fayetteville PA - There is much rich history associated with Harpers Ferry. A short walk from the Quality Inn to downtown was enjoyed. A...
19 Must-Have Gear Items According to 2021 Thru-Hikers
Outfitting yourself for a thru-hike is hard: no amount of research will let you know for sure which items will work for you when it comes time to actually hit...
This Week’s Top Instagram Posts from the #AppalachianTrail
The past 12 months have been challenging to say the least, especially for those who opt outside for their recreation. But with people finally able to release themselves from their...
Days 79 through 84 on the Appalachian Trail
Day 79 I tossed and turned all night even though I was in a comfy town bed. In the morning, I was annoyed that I had slept badly but was...
Backpacker Radio 109 | The Real Hiking Viking on The Hayduke
In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, we are joined by the show's third co-host at this point, the real hiking viking. We do a deep dive...
From Inside a Prickly Shrub
My body is scrunched, warped into a pretzel-like configuration in my best attempt to stay cool in the meager shade of a prickly shrub. My back and left arm are...
Another Day, Another Mountain
Sierra mountains. Everyone always talks about how it is their favorite section. So beautiful. So grandiose. What they don’t tell you is how difficult it is. Don’t let anyone fool...
Back on Trail for 2.5 Weeks: Delaware Water Gap, PA to Great Barrington, MA
A summary of the latest portion of my big section hike. Delaware Water Gap, PA to Great Barrington, MA.
Fontana Dam & The Smokies
FONTANA DAM After I got back on trail from my quick detour to Trail Days, I hiked into Fontana Dam. This was such a fun...
AT (The New Era) – Roller Coaster – Journey Across 2016 – 2021 Week 14
- route 522 to Harpers Ferry WV - Starting at dawn, 2.5 miles was travelled. A fenced area with a newer dual board bridge next to it came into...