by Paty | Apr 14, 2019 | Appalachian Trail, Trail Journals
My focus for April was all about trying to get myself into good shape. And although I’ve done quite a bit of hiking, my preparation this month wasn’t solely about my physical conditioning. I also spent a good deal of time working on my mental hang-ups too....
by Paty | Apr 3, 2019 | Appalachian Trail, Trail Journals
Spring flowers are starting to bloom, and so many of my fellow Class of 2019 AT thru-hikers are already on the trail. Part of me feels like I’m already behind. But as I watch all the videos on YouTube showing these hikers’ first few days or weeks on trail,...
by Paty | Mar 11, 2019 | Day Hikes, HP blogs
I never expected to be a state highpointer. Heck, until 2018, I didn’t even know highpointing was even a thing! But now I’m carefully balancing on that tightrope between intrigue and obsession. Let me back up a bit and explain what the heck I’m...
by Paty | Mar 4, 2019 | Appalachian Trail, Gear
For my 12th birthday, my parents decided to get me contact lenses. This gift was a total game changer for me. Up until that point, I was just the nerdy tween girl with glasses. But, I really liked being outdoors. I loved swimming, and horseback riding, and so many...
by Paty | Feb 26, 2019 | Appalachian Trail, Gear
Hunger Logic – If I stare into my food bag long enough, something tasty has to appear right??Answer: Nope. You packed what you packed. Don’t be such an idiot next time. During my recent shakedown hike on the Lone Star Hiking Trail (or LSHT), I...
by Paty | Feb 20, 2019 | Appalachian Trail, Hiking
Many class of 2019 Appalachian Trail (AT) thru-hikers are currently obsessing over gear right now. With only a few months left before hitting the trail, everyone seem to be fretting. Every blog or YouTube channel is publishing content about lighter hiking gear, better...
