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The Things We Carry
So why am I adding things now - at the last minute? I’ve been given gifts to carry.
He’s Not Like a Regular Dad, He’s a Cool Dad
My dad and I have been hiking and backpacking together for just about my entire life. We like to think we're pretty good at it by now!
36 East Coast Trails That Aren’t the Appalachian Trail
When it comes to hiking on the east coast, the Appalachian Trail usually gets all the attention. After all, it's one of the Triple Crown trails, and thousands of people...
Learning to Trust on the PCT
Through-hiking, however, feels like another beast entirely. I first came to the decision to hike the PCT as a reaffirmation of my autonomy, but the more I’ve actually planned out...
The First Time I Had A Fan Selfie!
Location: Boyd's, Key West, FL Today I had my first fan selfie request! Spoke to Jackie and Dallas for several minutes today. They're permanent Canadian snowbirds, living day by day in...
Those Hills Will Not Hike Themselves
343 miles, 11 Months, 1 Epic Adventure.
Which Hound Should Hike The AT With Me?
This blog entry is still a part of introducing myself and of my preparation for the Appalachian Trail in early 2024. I will move on to over-analyzed gear choices and...
REI Co-op Swiftland H2O Waterproof Jacket Review
REI's Swiftland H2O rain jacket is designed for running. Are we crazy for using it while backpacking? Our reviewer finds out.
What Am I Even Doing Here?
The daily grind. Processes. Routines. Habits. I have gotten very accustomed to life on the AT to the point where it is now "normal". Besides normal, I will continue to...
Angels and Magic in Maryland, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey
What about West Virginia? You might notice that I didn’t mention West Virginia in my trail magic chronicles. That’s because WV comprises only four miles of the trail (and another...