why a thru-hike
What’s Your Motivation?
A thru-hikers first step should not be on the trail but in the head, determining his or her motivation for taking the journey. It is claimed that every story, even...
I Love(d) Not Camping
We arrive at our decisions to thru-hike in all sorts of ways. Some of us get there in a more roundabout manner than others. When I decided in 2015 to...
Hiking for a Cause: PCT 2018 to Empower Girls in Nature
I'm thrilled to announce that I will be hiking the PCT in 2018 to raise money for nonprofits that are helping young people, especially young women, gain confidence in themselves...
Twenty-Somethings and Why The AT Tastes So Sweet
I am in my twenties. I just graduated from college. I’ve got two failed relationships under my belt, a dozen failed friendships, a beautiful binder full of opportunities I’ve missed...
I’m Hiking Because…
Exploring the many reasons why so many people decide to pursue a thru hike or a long distance section hike.
Not So Gently Abused
I wonder sometimes does anyone really see me? The real me? The one who doesn't smile? The one that isn't the life of the party? I guess that is me,...
It Was Only A Matter Of Time: Why I Am Attempting An AT Thru-Hike
For reasons I now cannot recall, my high school volleyball coach gave me a copy of Anne LaBastille’s memoir, Woodswoman. I devoured that book and imagined myself living in a...