Appalachian Trials
Who Dat Hiking?
Who's crazy enough to do this? Some of you reading this probably are curious why someone would want to leave the comforts of regular life to go walk in the...
We’re Georgia Bound
Today’s the day. Sitting at 28,000 feet, looking back and forth between the sunrise over the landscape below and my other half sleeping on his stuff sack beside me. We’re...
Making The Most Of Your Pre-Hike Hype
There's still time before we take the first of over four million steps it'll take to cover the Appalachian Trail, but mentally, Forum It's great to get whatever perspectives you can from...
Raider’s Fanny Pack : Toiletries And More
Wallet AWOL Guidebook pages w/ pencil Chic-A-Fil sauce (better than money on the trail) Eye drops Hand sanitizer Lighter Hometown pride stickers Lucky dime acquired in Manchester
How I Thru-Hiked With A Golden Retriever
It all started with a contest. Make a video why you want to hike the Appalachian Trail. My idea was simple. I just wanted to go for a long walk...
What’s a “Kelsy”? Why Katahdin?
Hey folks! My name's Kelsy, and I'm about to start my wildest adventure yet. Until now, Photography has been my primary form of expression. Although a picture is...
Creedence and Clearwater’s Before & After Gear
As aspiring thru hikers, it can be daunting, even intimidating, to think about the gear needed to walk 2,190 miles. We are here to say, stop stressing because you can...
In Hindsight
In our Upper Goose Pond Cabin that are free to stay and if planned right, could be a great day off in the woods. In our entire 200+ days on...
How to be a Thru-Hiking Elitist
When it comes to thru-hiking, it's absolutely imperative that everyone follows the rules (not guidelines) set by you. Here's a few tips to help you get started helping other hikers...
Day 17…The Four Pines Hostel (Not for the Faint of Heart)
This post could be about the Dragon's Tooth, a great stone monolith that spirals up into the sky and from which there are said to be magnificent views. We climbed it...