The Shenandoah Park to Front Royal
We left Staunton/ Waynesboro on Monday. Entered the park and encountered smaller more gentle climbs. We hiked 3-20+ days then a couple days of a bit less. Made it through
Delis – Days 41 thru 45
Day 41 - Wildcat Shelter to William Brien Memorial Shelter Watching the woods light up from lightning while in the shelter last night was very enjoyable, especially since there was...
That’s the plan!
Whenever I pass a day hiker they ask “are you hiking all the way to Canada?” I always respond “that’s the plan!” The trail requires flexibility. By saying “that’s the...
Days 28 through 30
Day 28 onward from Stanimals in Daleville Hiked today 20.8 total ascent 4275 A pancake, donut, and fruit breakfast is included at Stanimal’s hostel. So for breakfast I had two...
Highs and Lows in Northern Virginia
We got hit with a case of the Virginia Blues, but with persistence and patience the trail provided us with exactly what we needed.
Three Weeks in the Trees
After about 3 weeks and 270 miles on trail, my trail friends and I are taking a much needed zero in Hot Springs, NC. I’m keeping this one short and...
There’s no place to hide
This first week on trail has been tough. My mind is telling my body it can do more, even though it doesn't feel up to it. This is the problem...
Evolution of a Section Hiker
“I'm taking a walk. I'm going outside.” Taking A Walk, John Prine The Appalachian Trail is about 2,200 miles and it supposedly takes ~5,000,000 steps to completely hike the Appalachian...
Challenges
I love challenges, guess that is why I chose to do a thru-hike. It is interesting to see how I can push myself: how many miles can my feet take...
The day I Became a Thru-Hiker
“I’m in the most insane landscape on the planet”, I thought to myself as I crested the third horseman. The San Juans were unlike any mountains on the trail so...