Unpacking Fears on the Appalachian Trail
Unpacking Fears There is an old saying on trail I love. I think it can be applied to any situation or journey in life. The first time I ever heard...
“Gear Blowouts // Customer Service and Thru-Hiker Relationships: Why is it Important?”
Gear Blowouts Customer Service and Thru-Hiker Relationships: Why is it Important? PCT Class of 2022 Introduction /// On long trails, the gear you take with you is all you...
Chapter 1: PCT Week 1: “Once Upon a Time…”
Chapter 1: “Once Upon a Time…” Day 1: 3/6/22 Total Trail Miles: 15.40 Total GPS Recorded Miles: 15.40 Cumulative Trail Miles: 15.40 From: Southern Terminus to Houser Creek Once upon...
Lessons were learned. Painfully!
I Tend to Learn Lessons the Hard Way. Whether on the trail or in the city it seems I always had to have a hard shake about in order to...
Walking with Recognition of the Land on the ODT
When I plan on doing a thru-hike I look forward to the scenery, the adventure, meeting new people, and the stories I can tell afterwards. My hiking and romantic partner,...
Why Overpreparing for a Thru-Hike Is Overrated
Taking on a great outdoor adventure like the Appalachian or Pacific Crest Trail means navigating a world of blog posts, YouTube channels, and gear lists that can make planning overwhelming....
Unlikely Hikers Taking Over the Internet
There is no question that thru-hiking communities tend to be pretty homogeneous. Here are some stats from the PCT Class of 2018 (and a similar survey from the AT): 56.7%...
Depression, Surgeries, and Regeneration
Well hello there, Trek folk! I must say, it has been over a year since I last updated this blog. I feel guilty about letting it go to the wayside,...
Epic Floods, Food, and Towns Through Pennsylvania
Rocksylvania, you're more like Rainsylvania. Pennsylvania had been looming in the future of this historic trail, having a reputation for being the most challenging state for many reasons. As
Sunrise, Ice Cream, Swimming: Two Days on Trail
Hiking the AT can be tough. Ya know, living out in the woods with minimal responsibilities and not much to do each day but walk. Thought I would share what...