Len Foote Hike Inn to Springer Mountain Shelter
5 miles from the Hike Inn to Springer Mountain Shelter. The weather today was in the mid 50’s. I couldn’t ask for a better climate to start my hike. I woke
Amicalola Falls Lodge to Len Foote Hike Inn
Friday, February 11th, 2022 I had a fabulous day today. Relaxing on the porch swing before checking in. I hiked 5 miles to the Len Foote Hike Inn. My hike took me
Amicalola Falls – Approach Trail
Approach Trail to the Appalachian Trail Thursday, February 10th, 2022 Today was the start of the Approach Trail. I was able to secure a shuttle ride from Ron’s AT
Seattle to Atlanta
I didn’t need an alarm clock this morning. Sleeping through the night was a nice idea, alas it was not to be. I was too excited to start the adventure I had been dreaming abo
Counting Down
Monday – Today my first resupply box was mailed! The hike is getting real. I’m getting very excited and I have to admit, a bit worried. My hair is ready for hikin
Pink Bear Stickers (My Cricut Maker is finally getting used)
I made pink bear stickers to distinguish my hiking items from the other backpackers. Most of us buy the same or similar brands and mine will probably stand out. I chose the b
Training Hikes
Training for the Appalachian Trail began last summer.. There is a mile long, steep hill, close to my house, that provides a perfect way to build up endurance. I tried to hik
Hiker Resupply Boxes
My hiker resupply boxes are almost ready. They just need their labels. Mark will be sending me 15 resupply boxes, while I’m out on the trail. Averaging about one every hundre
Section Hike on the Pacific Crest Trail – Day 5
August 5th, 2021 – Day 5 Lake Valhalla to Steven’s Pass Last night I stayed in an established campground site next to Lake Valhalla. It was also the first time I solo t
Section Hike on the Pacific Crest Trail – Day 4
August 4th, 2021 – Day 4 Grizzly Peak to Lake Valhalla. It was a beautiful walk in the woods. The previous night’s rainstorm temporarily cleared the smoke out of the ai