springer mountain
Every Adventure Starts with Faith
“Adventures don’t begin until you get into the forest. That first step is an act of faith.” -Mickey Hart, Grateful Dead Drummer Well… friends, I am out here. Cozy in...
How to Get To Springer Mountain
Originally published 1/10/2017; last updated 1/27/2022 by Penina Satlow. "Where’s Springer Mountain? You mean the Southern Terminus of the AT? That’s easy… it’s in Georgia. In the woods. Actually
Welcome
You're invited to read along as I walk along the Appalachian Trail. (First backpacking selfie, 2015) WHO: Hi, my name is MG. I’m a first-generation Filipina-American woman and I’m privileged...
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...