<<<See Part 1 of this Section Hike In the morning, Denita and I were a bit sore. The temperature had dropped during the night, and the sky was overcast. We cleared up camp, ate a light breakfast, and went to refill our packs. We still made it out of camp …
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Appalachian Trail Section Hike: North Carolina – Rock Gap to the Nantahala Outdoor Center Part 1
On the trail, my wife and I work as a team. We know many others are mindful of us, too. In return we look for small ways to help the hikers we meet. It’s a way to reconnect with nature and humanity at the basic level. Read about our Appalachian Trail sectionhike from Rock Gap to the Nantahala Outdoor Center, NC.
Read More »Outdoor Safety for Families: How to Stay Safe this Hiking Season
With the end of winter and the start of spring comes warmer weather, blooming flowers, and peak hiking season. While you should absolutely enjoy the trails, be sure to keep an eye out for some dangers the warmer weather brings: poisonous plants, fungi, insects, and arachnids all pose some significant dangers to hikers. The best thing that you can do to stay safe is to keep an eye out for these dangers and prevent poisoning in the first place.
Read More »Appalachian Trail Section Hike: Northern GA to NC Part 2
Nature therapy -- that is what backpacking is for me and my wife. The quiet time in nature, the conversations without interruption, and the physical challenge of completing a goal, all make hiking our get-away trip of choice.
Read More »Appalachian Trail Section Hike: Northern GA to NC Part 1
Nature therapy — that is what backpacking is for me and my wife. The quiet time in nature, the conversations without interruption, and the physical challenge of completing a goal, all make hiking our get-away trip of choice. After Thanksgiving’s family crowd and stuffing our faces, we were ready to …
Read More »Appalachian Trail Thru-Hikers’ Companion Review
If you are planning a hike on the Appalachian Trail, the Appalachian Trail Thru-Hikers’ Companion is a must-have. When preparing for your hike, you need to have an idea about the mileage you plan to hike each day, the campsites you will use, your resupply locations, and much more. Included …
Read More »“The A.T. Guide” Review
If you are planning a hike on the Appalachian Trail as a section-hiker or thru-hiker, a certain amount of pre-planning is required. Not only do you need to know what food you will need or what gear to pack or leave behind, but also the mileage you plan …
Read More »Sea to Summit Aeros Ultralight Pillow Review
Sea to Summit Aeros Ultralight Pillow Let’s face it, you don’t absolutely need a pillow to sleep when you’re backpacking. You can always just ball up a jacket or lie your head on your arms. For many, a pillow is not worth the extra weight, so they make do without …
Read More »Camping at Vogel State Park, Georgia
As part of our family’s Appalachian Trail backpacking trip, my wife and I took our daughters camping at Vogel State Park in Georgia. Apart from the terribly twisty road that gave my wife and one daughter motion sickness, the park was beautiful and well worth the trip. It has a …
Read More »Klymit Static V Luxe Sleeping Pad Review
The Klymit Static V Luxe Sleeping pad is an innovative addition to Klymit’s Static line of sleeping pads. This pad’s wide design makes it comfortable for people of larger stature or those who change position often in their sleep. The v-chamber design provides exceptional support and comfort through its body-mapping …
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