Appalachian Trail Blog
Day 21….Ending the Day Early Because I Can
I might be getting my trail legs. Today I hiked almost 14 miles and had my camp set up by 3pm. Up until today, a 14 mile day meant dragging...
Porcupines, Cookies, and Other Unexpected Adventures
I mentioned in my last post that on the Appalachian Trail nothing seems to go as planned. Every week is full of surprises -- some funny, some wonderful, and some...
The Next Few Days…Falling into the Deliverance Trap
Time is doing weird things out here. One thing I've noticed out here on the trail is that time both flies and stands still at the same time. I'm zeroing...
The Barefoot Hiker Begins His AT Thru-Hike
Hi, folks. It's the Barefoot Hiker. I wanted to update folks on the craziness of this last week. I am finally on the trail. Getting Started On March...
Hello, My Name is Stubbs and I’m a Trail-oholic
The time keeping me from returning back to the trail is almost out, so I thought I’d share a bit about myself before I start this incredible journey all over...
SO MOM, GUESS WHAT I WANT TO DO AFTER COLLEGE?
Those intriguing words strung together in an unassuming nonchalant conversation belied an answer I would not have dreamed of. After all, four years of college tuition to prepare a young...
Making Peace with the Damn Bear Bag–the Gift of Solo Hiking
Erring towards the woo Full disclosure, I’m from Asheville. I’m a 53 year old woman. I’ve got essential oils and Wild and White Blazing, created by Carla “Zipper” Robertson who is a...
On Letting Go
I believe I've always hated it, the act of going to town. The incessant noise. The smoky smell of exhaust. And why is everyone in such a hurry? The vacant...
Wild & White Blazing…An Online Course for Lady Thru-Hikers
Going All in with the Learning When I decide to do something, like hike the AT, I go (mostly) all in with the research. I’m a Shug Emery doing the...
AT Hiking and Cell Service: Pay-as-you-go cell phones
On the trail, cell phones come in handy. They can be used to stay in touch with other hikers, to make calls to family and friends, putting in reservations at...