failure

7 Reasons Thru-Hikes Fail, and How to Help Prevent Defeat

7 Reasons Thru-Hikes Fail, and How to Help Prevent Defeat

There are numerous reasons why people quit their thru hike. Sometimes it can be prevented. Here are some reasons why people fail and how to prevent and avoid these pitfalls.

Jan 17, 2017 : Stubbs
Failure: Get Bitter or Get Better

Failure: Get Bitter or Get Better

This is going to be a tough post for me to write, because there is something I have been very bitter about for a few months...I'll explain. I cannot think...

Nov 30, 2016 : Eric Guldberg
Trail Fails: From Zero to 2,185

Trail Fails: From Zero to 2,185

One of the most common questions I was asked before and during my thru-hike was, “What made you decide to hike the Appalachian Trail?” And just as frequently, I did...

Nov 6, 2014 : Katie Polemis