Boots On The Ground
8:32 am Destination: Springer Mountain Shelter Temp: 50 degrees Weather: Cloudy
The Final Countdown
Sharon, Bruce, and I made it to Amicalola Falls State Park a tad after 3:30pm. We are staying at the Lodge. Upon arrival at the park we...
Franks Frosting Fuels
Bruce and I had a successful first leg of our trip. Sunday night we exchanged well-wishes with Patch. He had to go back to college. At...
Let The Escapades Begin
It's amazing how much energy you have when you are chasing a goal. I crawled into the rack a little after midnight. Siri had my alarm set...
All Packed And Ready To Go
I am all packed and ready to go. It's 11:29 pm, tomorrow is going to come way too fast. I can't believe it is time to go. I have been...
Planning A Hike In A New Destination
Vacations, trips, and adventures are one of life's little pleasures. They give us a chance to unplug, unwind and rejuvenate from the...
The Best Way to Increase Anxiety
I leave for my Appalachian Trail thru hike in 2 weeks. An attitude of calm, cool, and collected well being has been my state of mind,...
It's Never Too Late, Or Is It?
A common phrase I hear as I discuss my plans for hiking the Appalachian Trail is, "Oh, one day I hope to do that!" My reply is simple,...
You Can Never Be Too Careful
This past weekend I had a shopping excursion with my hubby. We went to Freeport to visit L.L.Bean and the outlet stores. On our way back...
10 Random Things To Consider When Planning a Long Distance Hike
I received an email today from a soon to be section hiker I met while working at L.L.Bean over Christmas. He was young, excited and full...