Back on the Trail: A Rocky Return
The sun is peeking over the horizon, shedding a warm morning glow over the idyllic grounds of the Woods Hole Hostel. The quiet of the morning is a stark change...
The Colorful Personality of Colorado
There were fires to the west and the San Juan National Forest was elevated to Stage Three fire restriction; no access. With these developments happening the day I returned to...
Highs and Lows Through Pennsylvania
I charged headlong into Pennsylvania with a plan to meet Slinky, whom I met early in my trek. Slinky had hiked a long southern portion of the AT, and resides...
Section Hikers are Backpacking’s Unsung Heroes
Every year, thousands of hikers start their journey down the Appalachian Trail, each hopeful to earn the title of “thru-hiker” in a few month's time. While roughly 600 hikers will...
Considerations Before Taking Your Dog on Your Thru-Hike
There tends to be a pretty negative reaction when people ask about bringing their dog on a thru-hike. It’s not necessarily that dogs are incapable of thru-hiking, more than many...
Day Nine: The Glittered Road to Albert Mountain
The storm is over. For now. Today's breakfast is one my favorites: Biscuits and gravy. Dad and I were both supposed to enjoy them but Dad took one bite and...
Dress Rehearsal Was Wet, but Didn’t Dampen My Spirits
Nineteen days until go time! I have been doing day hikes like crazy, so physically, I'm in great shape! I have 90 percent of my gear purchased and laying on...
The Trail Always Provides: Blackberries, Trail Magic, and Family
“Happiness is not a goal. It's a by-product of a life well lived.” ― Shenandoah National Park. OneFoot absolutely loved this section of the trail. After two days of rain, he experienced...
Mailbag with Jennifer Pharr Davis: Be Prepared to Change
The Trek Editor’s Note Welcome to Mailbag with The Pursuit of Endurance is available now, and you can find upcoming book tour events newest book. Question: Hi Jen! AT 2016'er here. A lot...
PCT update J
Below is my update video from section J. I am in Chester, CA and have officially passed the 1/2 way point. J covers Sonora pass to Echo Lake. Thanks for...