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April vs. September on the A.T. in Georgia

April vs. September on the A.T. in Georgia

No one will see your shiny hiney when you use nature's prickly bathroom off the trail.

Oct 2, 2023 : Myrt, a Yoga Sister
Days 35 to 41 of my 2023 AT Nobo Thru-Hike

Days 35 to 41 of my 2023 AT Nobo Thru-Hike

Day 35 Ponies! We got a late start today due to the cold and lingering heavy rain from the previous day. Eventually, Anna built up the courage to get up...

Jun 14, 2023 : Ryan Gallagher
A Love Letter To Pennsylvania

A Love Letter To Pennsylvania

Yes, You Read That Right - I Loved Pennsylvania! It has been entirely too long since I've posted an update. With each passing day, the miles left behind seem unimaginable. Yet,...

Jun 3, 2023 : Joanne Gigliotti
Week 2: Hot Hot Hot

Week 2: Hot Hot Hot

“We're having a heat wave/A tropical heat wave/The temperature is rising/It isn't surprising..” Irving Berlin; sung by Marilyn Monroe :  Dessert Queen was humming this on the trail. “I fell...

Apr 27, 2023 : Beth Malchus Stafa
Week One – Spring Training in Maryland

Week One – Spring Training in Maryland

“It's the fans that need spring training. You gotta get 'em interested. Wake 'em up and let 'em know that their season is coming, the good times are gonna roll.” ...

Apr 12, 2023 : Beth Malchus Stafa
Crossing the Potomac Threshold

Crossing the Potomac Threshold

 “I’d rather regret the risks that didn’t work out than the chances I didn’t take at all.” – Simone Biles malchus stafa, b. Loading up the bear vault. Mar. 2023....

Apr 6, 2023 : Beth Malchus Stafa
Food for the thru-hiker or endurance athlete?

Food for the thru-hiker or endurance athlete?

“I’m still not comfortable recommending that people eat saturated fat with abandon, but it’s clear to me that sugar, flour, and oxidized seed oils create inflammatory effects in the body...

Mar 28, 2023 : Beth Malchus Stafa
Gear Before and After Shakedown Hikes

Gear Before and After Shakedown Hikes

“This is my invariable advice to people: Learn how to cook- try new recipes, learn from your mistakes, be fearless, and above all have fun!” ― Julia Child, My Life...

Mar 18, 2023 : Beth Malchus Stafa
What’s in your backpack?  Ten…Eleven Essential and No Machete

What’s in your backpack? Ten…Eleven Essential and No Machete

“There is no harm in hoping for the best as long as you are prepared for the worst.” Stephen King. May 2021: Harpers Ferry Hike It’s been a year since...

Mar 4, 2023 : Beth Malchus Stafa
Why Hike the AT?  Peace Pilgrim

Why Hike the AT? Peace Pilgrim

"A pilgrim is a wanderer with a purpose.” Peace Pilgrim (First Woman Thru Hiker of the Appalachian Trail, Class of 1952, First Appalachian Flip-Flopper, Class of 1952, Considered one of...

Mar 1, 2023 : Beth Malchus Stafa