If you’ve been here for a while, you’ll remember that I spent a year living in Vermont. Since moving to Boston, I’ve been excited to share my favorite spots in New England with my roommates. Here’s how we spent 24 hours in Vermont with Chloe. Day 1: Stowe and Burlington 1pm: Cold Hollow Cider Mill …
The Top 2 Things I Wish I Knew Before Starting a Thru Hike
Last month I set out on my first thru hike, an attempt of the Vermont Long Trail. Four days later, I came home, with a lot of pain and a list of things I would do differently.
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.
A Short Break and a Lot of Changes
This past month has been filled with changes, and I’m back from my blogging break with a big announcement!
When Plotting Becomes Planning
Over the past few years, since I’ve become an adult really, I’ve made a distinction between the pre-planning stage of any adventure, and actually planning. I call the former “plotting.”
Favorite Hikes: Mount Mansfield
A beautiful mountain with so many options for a great hike.
Hiking During COVID-19
Coronavirus has changed the way we live every day life, including how we spend our free time.