Mike's Big Hike
About My Trek: Some Pre-Hike Thoughts
When I was young, I used to take refuge in the woods around my house in rural Rehoboth. I explored them, played in them, and found solace...
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Hiking Naked - Figuring Out the Whole Ultralightweight Thing
Max was almost naked. He was in his boxer briefs and his hiking boots. That’s it. No shirt, no pants, no problem. Except it was December...
Mike's Big Hike
Pre-Hike Gear Rundown: The Whole Kit and Caboodle
What I'll be wearing Clockwise from top left: - Baleaf Men's 7" Running Shorts (6.3 oz) - Patagonia Lightweight Capilene S/S shirt (3.2...
Mike's Big Hike
Pre-Hike Food Planning: Bon Appetit!
I've given this topic a lot of thought. Eating is kind of mandatory. Plus, as anyone who has seen me over the past few years can attest,...
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MIKE'S BIG HIKE
Here, there, and everywhere on the Long Trail
An AT thru-hiker once remarked that, to be successful on the trail, you have to want to hike the trail. In other words, completing the trail is a worthy goal but the essence of the enterprise is wanting to be outside, to walk, to explore, to play, to take solace, to be present. That was my mantra and my azimuth during my trek. I hope this chronicle of my journey inspires you to create your own.
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