Day Four: “Rick”, Ravens Cliffs and Hiking partners

I found a hiking partner who told one of the funniest hiking stories i've heard (PICS TO PROVE IT) ... apparently some people hike naked.

Day Three: A Most Pure Trail Magic

My trek across the tallest peak in the Georgia section, Blood Mountain, and a the best trail magic i could have asked for... no, seriously.

Day Two: Creek to Creek

I find a relaxing breakfast spot and go on to discover some eccentric people near the creek. Also: my first trail magic!

Day One: Rain and Rattlesnakes

A stormy first night in the mountains and how I almost got bit by a rattlesnake - Welcome to the Appalachian Trail!

Efficient and Capable: My Gear List

My backpacking gear list for this hike was all about efficient upgrades and ditching worthless weight. Check out the changes I made.

Food Planning for my A.T. Hike

Learn about my food plan on the trail and how I made a 7-day backpacking food list complete with calories and weight conveniently listed!

Florida is FLAT – A.T. Preparation

This article originally appeared on The Trek, which you can read here. The first thing you should know about Florida hiking is that we have ZERO elevation change. Scratch that, back up: The first thing you should know is that this is my very first post on what may become a 20+ year journey. I …