springer mountain
How to Get To Springer Mountain
"Where’s Springer Mountain? You mean the Southern Terminus of the AT? That’s easy… it’s in Georgia. In the woods. Actually wait I don’t know.” Sound familiar? You’re not alone. Luckily,...
To Hike the Approach Trail or Not?
To Approach Trail, or Not to Approach Trail? When starting your NOBO thru-hike, you may wonder if you should partake in the trail leading up to Springer Mountain. Here is...
To Approach or Not to Approach
Should I hike the Approach Trail? That was the one question I asked myself months, days, and even hours before I left for my hike on the AT. For those...
March 23, 2015 First Day on Trail
March 23 One year ago today I started my thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail. Nothing was certain and everything seemed overwhelming. It was like being born into a new world;...
The Advantages of Trekking Poles 101
Are you getting the most out of yourself while backpacking? Trekking poles provide important advantages to hikers, regardless of age, physique, or joint strength.
Song of the Open Road
Halfway up Springer Mountain I walked up on a man lying flat on his back in the middle of the Approach Trail. At first I wondered if the man was...
Springer Mountain Southbound Summit
I picked up my poles by their mid sections and sprinted toward the summit of Springer Mountain. The trail is well-trodden, but still retains the character of Georgia's rock and...
Those Pictures I Promised
Hey there! Remember that one and only post I made while on the trail? The one where I promised a follow-up post full of photos from that week? Well three...
Day 1-4: From Thru to Through and Back Again
Day 1: Amicalola Lodge to Springer Mountain ShelterWe woke early after our second night at Amicalola Lodge to a foggy rainy morning and a lot of nervous energy. We showered,...
Sonic Boom and Big Sleeping Bag Girl-The Shenanigans Have Begun!
The 3 ladies in front of the infamous arch. Before leaving for Amicalola Falls State Park I tripled checked everything. My sisters backpack, daughter and husbands packs and my...
