Before I started my AT thru-hike, the issue of resupplying along the trail made me a little anxious. Where would I shop? Would it be expensive? Were there enough resupply stops to get what I needed, when I needed it? Once I started hiking my fears were eased as I realized a few things about
Thoughts on outdoor life: backpacking, hiking, travel, van life, and other random adventures!
I don’t know if a thru-hike ever turns out to be what the hiker imagines it will be. Sometimes (most times?) it’s a more amazing adventure than the mind can envision. Other times, thru-hiking is a harsh reality check. The romantic visions of idyllic views and soothing walks along the “footpath” that is the Appalachian
Other than the fact that many hikers aqua-blaze through Shenandoah National Park, I didn’t know much about the Shennies before I entered the park near Rockfish Gap, except that there were lots of bears here. I was coming off a long break: six days spent resting an injured foot and spending time exploring Staunton (pronounced
Somewhere between the mountain of dirty laundry, scooping the stinky cat litter, and tackling yet another sink full of dirty dishes, it hit me: In less than three weeks, none of this will be my responsibility! As I wind down my thru-hike planning, my attention has turned from counting grams (OK, I still think about
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