Appalachian Trail thru-hiking should be an Olympic sport, and everyone who completes it should receive a gold medal.Every single thru-hiker. Without exception.These icons should be honored with parades and parties and eventually be the most coveted candidates for the world’s most lucrative jobs. Even a one-day hike on the AT is grueling. Some sections are […]
Hiking up the side of a mountain gives me the same rush of endorphins that I sought out and depended on to keep me running.
I am a runner. I’ve run tons of races, from 5k’s to ultra-marathons. Without question, my favorite runs have been the ones on dirt trails in the woods. Where I live in the Northwest corner of Connecticut, there is a myriad of trails, including 52 miles of the Appalachian Trail. The terrain and sights range […]