A few days after ending my Long Trail thru-hiking attempt, my friend, her dog, and I set off on an overnight hike up Killington Peak. … More Long Trail Section Hiking: Killington Peak
Day 12 brought me to the highest undeveloped peak in Vermont and quickly became my favorite day on the trail. It also led to a pretty big decision. … More Long Trail Day 12: Summiting Camel’s Head On My Favorite Day of the Trail
Day 10 was supposed to be an easy downhill hike to the interstate, a hot shower, and a warm bed. It ended up being just the beginning of my excruciating foot and leg pain. Day 11 gave me some much needed rest. … More Long Trail Day 10 (and 11): The Tough Trek Down to the Interstate
Day 8 brought me very close to my breaking point. But a good cry, the Hamilton soundtrack, and a well-placed ski warming hut saved my sanity and my determination. … More Long Trail Day 8: The No-Good, Very Awful, Completely Miserable Day
Day 7 was my favorite so far as I hiked nearly 16 miles down Laraway Mountain and through beautiful Johnson, VT. … More Long Trail Day 7: An Amazing Day Through Johnson
Days 5 and 6 were mostly spent hanging out at my friend’s house to stuff my face and rest my legs. … More Long Trail Days 5 and 6: Rest and Rehabilitation
National Parks and Recreation 