Bookie

Living in the Moment

Living in the Moment

Things on the trail are constantly changing,  whether it be terrain,  people,  food,  lodging,  towns, weather or yourself.   Just recently there has been an upheaval of changes in my life.

Sep 15, 2015 : Bookie
Bookie’s Dirty Dozen on Trail Etiquette!

Bookie’s Dirty Dozen on Trail Etiquette!

On the trail there is an unwritten set of "rules" or etiquette as it's known in the real world. No Shame is willing to spread the word! These are randomly...

Aug 25, 2015 : Bookie
Having “No Shame” has defined my trail experience

Having “No Shame” has defined my trail experience

The trail is a beast of its own kind and I got brave and brought my own beast along. Gaining her name! Having "No Shame" (aka Star) with me for...

Aug 18, 2015 : Bookie
Flip-flop, Leapfrog, NoBo… the AT choices

Flip-flop, Leapfrog, NoBo… the AT choices

On the trail you are often defined by your hike; NoBo, SoBo, Flip-flop, Section, or Leapfrog, but you cannot allow these definitions to determine your hike.  When things get tough...

Jul 22, 2015 : Bookie
I’m finally here, but I’m not sure where that is.

I’m finally here, but I’m not sure where that is.

Welcome to me, Bookie, a bit of a late bloomer here on Appalachian Trials. Just a quick idea of who I am and then let's talk about the good stuff. ...

Jul 12, 2015 : Bookie