Hiking Southbound on the Appalachian Trail
We have just arrived in Monson to Shaw’s hiker hostel and will be out of service for a while as we tackle our biggest hike yet and Naomi begins her thru hike southbound on The Appalachian…
Appalachian Trail
Visiting Grayson Highlands State Park Ponies
Last weekend Dave and Garrett headed to Red River Gorge to backpack with friends, so the girls and I headed to Virginia to see the Grayson Highlands State Park ponies. I’ve been wanting to visit Grayson…
How to Stay Safe in Bear Country
One of the things people tell me all of the time is that they are too scared of bears to do any wilderness camping or hiking. Let me reassure you- you are much more likely to…
Climbing Mt Katahdin to Baxter Peak
Climbing Mt Katahdin via the Chimney Pond and Saddle Trails to Baxter PeakTotal miles: 11Date: July 29, 2013Elevation gain: 3,778 feetTrails: Chimney Pond Trail (3.3 miles one way with elevation gain 1,425 feet) and Saddle Trail…
Clingmans Dome Day Hike
I am blessed to have two sisters and seven nieces and nephews but sad to say we are spread out throughout the country. Michelle and her family lives in New Orleans and Kristin and her family…
Part 4- Rocky Run to Harpers Ferry
Rocky Run Shelter to Gathland State Park and Harpers FerryTotal miles hiked 5.5/15 milesWe all woke up refreshed to the beautiful weather and enjoyed hot chocolate and oatmeal. Our plan was to hike approximately 9 miles…