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wenty years ago, thru-hikers hit the trail wearing heavy leather boots and sturdy packs built to haul 45 pounds of gear. Paper maps and guidebooks stood in for smartphones, technic...
There’s something about the experience of a thru-hiker. The familiar bag and tag usually signal to people that you’re off on some grand adventure. Arriving in King’s Beach today, I...
For some hikers, a zero day means sleeping in, eating everything in sight, and forgetting that email exists. For Eric “Laptop” Weld, it means eight hours of remote work. itting on...
I want to begin part II of my recap with my perspective of being an International hiker! With the exception of maybe one trail, I’ve had the pleasure and delight to meet and hike w...
ental health is a common topic of discussion along the Appalachian Trail (AT) — arguably far more common than in the real world. Discussions about mental health seemed to be happen...
o, you’ve been thinking about quitting your job and heading out on a thru-hike. Perhaps you’ve been reading stories and daydreaming about this adventure for the greater part of you...
Years ago, I wrote about hiking the Pemi Loop. To my surprise, many people still read that post. I imagine them sitting at a kitchen table with a map spread before them, trying to...
ithout a lot of backpacking experience, it can be nerve-wracking to break into the world of thru-hiking. There is a bit of a learning curve just like anything else, but I truly bel...
One More Climb Leaving town is always harder than getting there. The hot showers are behind you, your backpack is full of food again, and your legs have just started remembering wh...
Hooked on hiking When I joined the Mount Rogers Appalachian Trail Club 14 years ago, I found a community devoted to hiking and maintaining the AT, the famous 2,190 mile footpath ru...
The Pacific Crest Trail has a funny way of teaching you life lessons whether you signed up for them or not. I went to the PCT expecting mountains, beautiful sunsets, incredible vie...
Loneliness has become the defining social problem of the decade, and Americans are answering with their feet. Hiking clubs are exploding in popularity in 2026, growing at nearly tw...
ompleting the Triple Crown of thru-hiking means hiking the entire lengths of three of North America’s longest trails: the Appalachian Trail, Pacific Crest Trail, and Continental Di...
I used to be an avid hiker and would try to go backpacking a few times a year. I always dreamed of thru-hiking the Appalachian Trail, but life kind of got in the way. (Turns out jo...
Middle Velma Lake was perfectly still when I crawled out of my tent on the morning of Day 75. After weeks of waking every time the wind rattled my shelter or another hiker wandered...
Ever found yourself on a busy trail, wondering about the right way to share the space? A little courtesy goes a long way in the great outdoors. Continue reading…
Who doesn’t love a couple of good lists? I can say with relative certainty that if you have completed a thru-hike, or are planning one, you’ll get asked the same simple question: “...
Introduction When I started hiking the Pacific Crest Trail in March 2026, I knew my hike was going to look different from almost everyone else’s. I wasn’t quitting my job, taking a...
Usually on trail you spend a day or two in town and head out. Not hiking anywhere is what makes it a zero day. Occasionally a hiker might do a double zero when family or friends co...
The Appalachian Trail and Pacific Crest Trail taught my aging parents to adapt, and that's a survival skill for us all.
Hiker food gets a bad rap. Yes, we eat way too much sugar and the same processed foods over and over again, but it’s a crucial component of a successful thru-hike. The ATC estimate...
Departure is a week out and pack weight is weighing heavily on our minds. Nailing equipment and resupply is critial to keeping your pack weight down. We need more clothes and more...
One of the strange things about long-distance hiking is that you can experience some of the greatest moments of your life and some of the worst moments of your life while wearing t...
It was strange waking up solo at camp. After over 80 days of hiking around people every single day, it was kind of nice. Although I miss my little group and can’t wait to see them...
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