Tales Between Trails: Maryland to Colorado

The happenings between hiking adventures after we completed a lengthy season along five hiking routes in 2019.

25 Quotes to Inspire Your Next Outdoor Adventure

Get inspired, or get pumped about your next big hike!

The Dirt on the Trail: Chapter 10

The tenth part of my journey after returning to the trail for my second attempt at a thru hike.

The Dirt on the Trail: Chapter 8

The eighth part of my journey after returning to the trail for my second attempt at a thru hike.

The Dirt on the Trail: Chapter 5

The fifth part of my journey after returning to the trail for my second attempt at a thru hike.

The Frugal Thru Hiker: A Few Tips on How to Stretch the Dollar on the Trail

A short, fun guide on how to pinch pennies during a thru hike when it comes to getting clean, food resupply, gear, shelter, and more!

Happy Feet: Your Guide to Not Having Angry Ones Like Mine on the Trail!

My personal advice on how to choose and get properly fitted for footwear for a thru hike, and how to prevent and treat battered feet.

The Pros & Cons of Sleeping in Shelters on the A.T.

What factors make the shelters along the Appalachian Trail completely desirable… and avoidable.

7 Reasons Thru Hikes Fail and How to Prevent Defeat

There are numerous reasons why people quit their thru hike. Sometimes it can be prevented. Here are some reasons why people fail and how to prevent and avoid these pitfalls.

3 Topics Every Thru Hiker Can’t Stop Talking About

A short summary of what conversations amount to on the trail.