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Hiking with Headphones

If you’re in the mood to hike with headphones, go for it! There is no correct way to enjoy nature. Just make sure to remain aware of your surroundings.

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Hiking with Trekking Poles

Discussing the benefits of hiking with trekking poles, including how to hold them and when to best use poles.

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The Challenge of Following New Thru Hikers

I started my Appalachian Trail thru hike two years ago on March 24, 2017. I heard about the AT six months prior when I was reeling from a blindside divorce, desperate for a huge change. It only took a few weeks of Googling to reconfigure everything in my life to make it happen. The 2200 […]

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Leave No Trace Principles

A rundown of the 7 Leave No Trace Principles for enjoying nature responsibly.

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Manifesting Adventure on the Camino de Santiago

Regina Beach is spending her 30s manifesting a life of international adventure. Next up: a 500 mile walk on the Camino de Santiago in Spain.

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Saturn Returns Podcast Interview

The Saturn Returns Podcast features stories with a clear before and after. I discuss hiking the Appalachian Trail as a gay man and my new life in Alaska.

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All By Yourself?! Thru Hiking as a Solo Female

A thru hike is a gift and my dream is that every solo woman on the edge gets that little push. With each woman who takes to the trail, the world gains another Mountain Goddess Warrior.

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First Guest Post Inbound

Jake Treks will soon feature new voices and perspectives on changing your life through outdoor adventure.

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Hiking Season Approaches, Ask Me Anything!

Whether you’re a new hiker looking forward to some trails this spring, or you’re planning a long distance hike, I’d love to soften the learning curve by answering your questions.

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Starting My Appalachian Trail Book

I hope to spark momentum in anyone who feels like an outsider to their ambition. Whatever your personal Katahdin looks like, you deserve to summit it.

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Recent Posts

  • Domestic Terrorist on the Appalachian Trail May 2, 2021
  • Happy Appalachian Trailversary March 25, 2021
  • Smoky Mountain Homecoming March 12, 2020
  • Inspiration Pendulum October 20, 2019
  • Heights, and The Art of Turning Back September 24, 2019

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Living in Montana is complicated. On the one hand, you get amazing views like this (went on a company rafting trip, thanks for a perfect day and your allyship @tamarackcannabis.mt )
Hiking season is here!! Time to play in the mountains 🥹⛰
Sunset boat ride with some coworkers, celebrating the end of the busy summer tourism season.
My favorite season to hike! Crisp air, the best colors, fewer people on trails during the week. This was my first 8+ mile solo hike in months. I sang and danced. AHHH FALLL!!
Squeezing in a bit more lake swimming before the water gets too cold. We ate lunch on this ledge about 15 ft above the lake. Some people came to fly fish, and one guy jumped into the lake, super close to the rocks. All I could think about was the beginning of A Walk to Remember, but good for him.
I took my partner David on his first overnight backpacking trip! His first time wearing a full pack, filtering water, hanging food from a tree, and sleeping near a tucked away mountain lake. We hiked about 11 miles each day in 90+ degree sunshine with consistent elevation change. He was such a sweaty trooper! I probably could have picked an easier first overnight…..but I mean these views 🤩🏔❤️
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