Most trips, my plan is to have no plan, but sometimes the universe decides to take weeks of planning and throw them out the window. That was our trip to Colorado last October.
Well that was Fast: 40 Miles on the Long Trail
This article originally appeared on The Trek. I set out last Sunday, excited and scared to start my first thru hike. The approach trail seemed to stretch on forever, but every passing person shared my excitement for getting to Vermont. By the end of the first day, I’d covered 14 miles, and a rollercoaster of …
Long Trail Training Log 1
With just over two months until my Long Trail hike starts, I’ve been putting some semi-serious thought into getting my legs ready for 270 miles.
5 Tips for Hiking as a Solo Female
Hiking as a solo female can be daunting, but I’ve found that most of the fear comes from what other people think
Weekend Recap: Race Brook Falls Hike
We headed to the Berkshires for some water fall spotting, and despite the fact that we got a little turned around trying to find the top of the falls, it was worth it for the photos and the memories.
Favorite Hikes: Hurricane Mountain
Overall, a great alternative to the High Peaks if you’re looking for a view without all of the elevation gain of a 4,000 footer.
New Year’s Goals and Gatekeeping
With the new year comes new goals. Here’s to making reaching those goals a little less intimidating.
Winter Hiking: What to Wear on a Budget
The weather outside may be frightful, but with the right gear, you can enjoy the outdoors.
Training Tips: Working on Recall
We’ve all come across those people on the trail who have lost their dog (or kid) and have doubled back to see where they went. Trust me, I’ve been that girl and it’s not fun.
Planning the Perfect Hike: Bringing a Dog
Last post, I talked about how I find my next hike. This time we’ll go over some things to keep in mind if you’re bringing your dog with you. There are a lot of things to consider (it’s basically the topic of this entire blog), but if you’re going to take a couple pieces of …