Smoky Mountain Homecoming
Discovering a sense of home while hiking through the Great Smoky Mountains. Have you ever felt at home somewhere you’ve only been once?
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Heights, and The Art of Turning Back
Even with countless mountain peaks in my rearview, some primal lizard part of my brain will always scream High Places = Potential Doom.
Read More Heights, and The Art of Turning BackSense of Place (Up a Mountain)
Finding some perspective on my nomadic life atop mountains overlooking Denali National Park.
Read More Sense of Place (Up a Mountain)Sharing is Caring
I am now the owner of two tents, all the easier to help people I love spend more time outdoors.
Read More Sharing is CaringBook Update!
My book about thru hiking the Appalachain Trail after my big gay divorce is well underway!
Read More Book Update!Hiking Thru Podcast Interview
The Hiking Thru Podcast interviews long distance hikers about life on the trail. Check out Part 1 of my conversation with host Erin Egan here!
Read More Hiking Thru Podcast InterviewHiking 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.
Read More Hiking with HeadphonesHiking with Trekking Poles
Discussing the benefits of hiking with trekking poles, including how to hold them and when to best use poles.
Read More Hiking with Trekking PolesThe 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 […]
Read More The Challenge of Following New Thru HikersLeave No Trace Principles
A rundown of the 7 Leave No Trace Principles for enjoying nature responsibly.
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