Hikertrash
Adrenaline for breakfast, anyone?
Adrenaline for breakfast is served by the ice capped ridges. I’ve never hiked in snow conditions before and i’m overthinking the risk of me slipping and.. you know. I find...
Ten Days from the Beginning
I've repacked my backpack somewhere close to 50 times by now. Changed gear and went on smaller hikes to test it out. I've spent hours pouring over logistics and putting...
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...
Ruck Review: Getting Ready for a Long Distance Hike
When I was preparing to hike the Pacific Crest Trail last year, I was looking for any information that I could get. It was my first long distance hike and...
Thank You, Appalachian Trail
Katahdin Was Never The End I finished my hike backtracking from Katahdin after concerns over my many injuries began to fuel doubts I’d finish before the park closed. The...
Irma Affects Home, Crossing Into New Hampshire, Mile 1800
Pictured: Killington's Thundering Falls Trail Magic x 10 I've crossed into New Hampshire but not before seeing some of the most abundant trail magic sections ever. As
Pine Grove Furnace, A Tiny Trail Angel, and Enjoying Southern PA
Bags and I have reunited after weeks apart as the Trail family continues many miles ahead. We met up with an awesome trail angel Gina and had a great time...
Cue Vanessa Carlton – 1000 Miles and Harper’s Ferry
Dear Diary, I may have gone a little mad from the Rollercoaster. Who thought that was a good idea? The black dot is a bear. I was FAR away. "Pink...
NOBO or Bust? Barefoot Weighs His Options
With the days dwindling down this season and inclement weather looming over New England, has Barefoot Hiker thought enough about his options to finish this year?
McAfee, Care Packages, Butts, and Zeroes
700 miles. I jumped the gun in assuming I'd be anywhere near the halfway point. Side quests, Trail Days and a strong desire to visit every trail town or rush...