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Rockin’ in the Bedrocks: Long Distance Hiking in Sandals
Importance of Footwear Selecting the right footwear for the trail is undoubtedly one of the most crucial decisions a hiker can make. The wrong shoes can significantly hinder your hike,...
Is Your Name Judy, Because You’re Judging Me!
Backpackers don't judge each other in the usual way, but we do sometimes give some side eye to each others' choices.
The Top Sleeping Bags, Quilts, and Pads on the Appalachian Trail: 2023 Thru-Hiker Survey
Each year here at the Trek, we ask hikers on the Appalachian Trail all about what sleeping systems they used on their hike. In this installment, we'll cover the type...
Days 8-10 on The Appalachian Trail
A Well-placed NERO, The Skies Opening, and Growing Pains In my previous entry, I had made it to Unicoi Gap and had a good stretch in front of me for...
Days 5-7 on The Appalachian Trail
Times of Rain, Snow, and Bits of Sunshine The weather the last few days seems a metaphor for life. Good folks have been giving me sound advice and I will...
Top Tents and Shelters on the Appalachian Trail: 2023 Thru-Hiker Survey
This installment of the 2023 Appalachian Trail survey covers shelters of all kinds. We'll discuss the types of shelters used, the type and size chosen based on hiking companions, and...
New Year’s Resolution: Conquer the Trail, Mind and Body
It's a brand-new year, and like many of you, I'm filled with the blend of excitement and trepidation that comes with a fresh set of resolutions. This year, my main...
The 164 Day Recap of Everything You Wanted To Know, And Maybe Some You Didnt
I’ve said this before but it’s wild to consider your self an expert after doing something for the first time. But when that first time takes over 5 months to...
For the Gear Junkies, as Promised
It's Not About How Much You Make, But What You Do With What You Make. As I make and compile four and a half months of food, which I'll post...
The 2023 Appalachian Trail Thru-Hiker Survey: General Information Part 2
Welcome to the second installment of the 2023 Appalachian Trail Thru-Hiker Survey. In this edition we dive into Part Two of General Information where we'll cover questions about the overall