Canyonlands National Park
February 10, 2023
National Park #16 was a beautiful, underrated gem that seemed like they wanted to keep hidden, but it is well worth exploring its many nooks and crannies. … More Canyonlands National Park
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Arches National Park
February 3, 2023
National Park #15 sits on the edge of beautiful Moab and was our first park of the Utah Mighty Five. … More Arches National Park
White Sands National Park
January 24, 2023
National Park #14 could easily be seen in an afternoon, even better if you can bring a four-legged friend and a sled. … More White Sands National Park
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
January 20, 2023
National Park #13 was the perfect long spring weekend in the mountains. … More Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Long Trail Section Hiking: Killington Peak
December 28, 2020
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
Stepping Off The Trail (For Now!)
December 21, 2020
After 14 days on the trail, I decided to step off at Lincoln Gap for now. But my resolve to finish the whole thing someday soon could not have been stronger! … More Stepping Off The Trail (For Now!)
Long Trail Day 14: A Freezing Hike Over Two of Vermont’s Tallest Mountains
December 10, 2020
Day 14 was my last real day on the trail, which left me in good spirits despite the freezing temps, 4,000 footers, and wet feet. … More Long Trail Day 14: A Freezing Hike Over Two of Vermont’s Tallest Mountains
Long Trail Day 13: A Successful Race Against the Rain
December 5, 2020
Day 13 was cut short by some bad weather, but I managed to summit two peaks before the downpour commenced. … More Long Trail Day 13: A Successful Race Against the Rain
Long Trail Day 12: Summiting Camel’s Head On My Favorite Day of the Trail
December 2, 2020
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
Long Trail Day 10 (and 11): The Tough Trek Down to the Interstate
November 23, 2020
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
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