Here we are, three weeks into a New Year! In trying to distract myself from the fact that an angry man-child is being sworn into the highest office of our country today, I thought I'd give you guys a little update on my present state of existence. People have been asking me a lot lately... Continue Reading →
A hiker's guide to what not to do when staying at a hiker hostel.
An overview of my year completing the 52 Hike Challenge, including plans for next year's challenge!
Today Shooter and I headed up Wayah Road, in Macon County, NC, for the first time since wildfires devastated the area about a month ago. It was surreal driving up and seeing charred trees and earth on one side of the road, while houses stood untouched on the other. What comes to mind is the... Continue Reading →
I had the morning off yesterday, and decided to go for a hike. If you've been following me, you know I've been doing the "52 Hike Challenge" since January of this year. I try really hard to do a new trail each time. As I was searching for a hiking option, I came across the... Continue Reading →
Originally published on thetrek.co in December, 2014. Click HERE to view original article. pilgrimage noun any long journey, especially one undertaken as a quest or for a votive purpose, as to pay homage As I’m preparing for my ever-closer-to-reality thru hike, I find myself being asked constantly, “Why?” Well. All sorts of reasons come to mind,... Continue Reading →
Still She Roams 