appalachian trail
The Three C’s of Pandemic Thru-Hiking
Cancel, Continue or Change? Perhaps one of the most important factors when prepping for a thru-hike is flexibility in both body and mind. Add a global pandemic to the mix...
My favorite delusion!
Welcome to my AT blog This is my first AT blog for TheTrek, or as I am calling it, 'My favorite delusion'. I say delusional because TBH undertaking this adventure...
Prepping the Pup
Now that you know all about Tate, aka Baked Potato, it’s time to fill you in on the tips of prepping this eight-month-old for his thru-hike. Training The original thought...
Ten Main Items for a Northbound Thru-hike in 2021
Image: riyan_hidayart When I first started hiking, I had no idea I'd be attempting a successful northbound thru-hike in 2021. There was also little indication that my gear list items...
Accessing the Appalachian Trail: A List of Shuttles and Taxi Services
Originally published on 6/23/2016, updated on 11/23/2020 by Sarah Wolfson. Do a quick Google search of, "How do I get to on the AT?" and you won't get very far....
Help Me Hike for Mental Health!
Hike for Mental Health is a wonderful organization that I have partnered with because I believe in their mission and I trust their ethics.
The Thru-Hiker’s Spice Kit: A Simple Guide for Improving Meals on the Trail
Let’s face it: thru-hiker food generally sucks. Food that is cheap, portable, lightweight, and durable enough to last through trail conditions is typically chock-full of preservatives (namely
The USA Is Closed!
The global pandemic hasn’t only forced the closure of the Appalachian Trail, effectively to all non-Americans, it also means the USA is closed too! My Canadian feelings aren’t hurt in...
Time Will Come: Processing and Accepting “Failure”
This article is for anyone who didn’t make it. Not to the final mile on Katahdin or Springer, but to mile zero to start such a sought-after journey.
The Science Behind Trekking Poles
A look into the science behind using trekking poles for your Appalachian Trail trip.