New Year and New Anticipation

New Year and New Chapter
It’s a new year and a new chapter is about to be written.  I am so looking forward to my thru-hike.  I believe I will face many new challenges, both mental and physical.  However, 2017 was extremely challenging for my husband and I.  In July Jon had foot surgery that later got infected and went to the bone.  Consequently, he ended up having his big toe amputated after 3 different surgeries.   ...

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New Year Resolutions – Golf Poetry

  NEW YEAR RESOLUTIONS SWEAR off pulling, swear off slicing, Swear off ever looking up; ... Read more.

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2017, A Year of Breaking Trails

Reflecting on the year and looking toward the future.

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Buzz Putt Print and Play Game

  Buzz Putt is a print-and-play game about bees playing golf. Or something like that. ... Read more.

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A year on the bike: George Scott’s most memorable rides of 2017

Clip-in for a whirlwind tour of Norway, Girona and Arizona

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My Camera Gear on the AT: From “Fully Loaded” to “Bare Bones”

There’s no doubt that the gear hype among photographers is just as mesmerizing, bottomless, and situational as with backpacking gear. Wether you’ve taken the traditional or ultralight route, there’s a camera set up out there that’ll meet each of your needs while still producing amazing content.
With a smaller frame, and injury prone joints, my main focus has been keeping the weight in my pack down. That being said, my first attempt at putting a gear list together had me hauling over 5lbs of camera gear. ...

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What Worked, What Didn’t, and Next Time

Long time no see, readers!
It’s been a minute since the end of my PCT hike and I’ve had time to reflect on things. I spent a while being sad; missing the trail tremendously. Missing the freedom of nature and the simple task of ‘just walking’. Coming home was a mess of anxiety and a clusterfuck of tasks needing to be done. Figure out the bills, find a job, etc…
But I’ve started planning my next PCT thru-hike attempt. ...

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Best Hostels on the Appalachian Trail: 2017 Hiker’s Choice

Appalachian Trail hiker hostels not only provide showers and beds for weary hikers, they’re the source of some of the best AT memories and are a crucial part of the trail community. For the second year in a row, we polled thru-hikers on their favorite hostels along the Appalachian Trail. Some favorites held their place (Shaw’s and Woods Hole stuck the top two slots again) with brand-new Boots Off sliding into the Top 10, a great sign for this burgeoning facility. ...

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Why Wait?

All it takes is for someone to say two words to you and then life as you know changes. My friends Chris was just being honest but what they said moved me to live my life in a truer way. After an encounter with some scissors and a good hike into the mountains, I decided to try and hike the Appalachian Trail.

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🎵 It’s the Five-Month Countdown

Am I Doing This Right?
And so it begins…my journey to the Appalachian Trail.  This is what’s going either to build me or break me; the preparation, the training, the laziness, the success, the whole nine yards.  This is not only the start of walking the trail, this is the start of something so new; the start of a test I have never taken.
You never know what to expect when starting on the trail.  To all the first-timers, ...

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Part 4: The Who, What, When, Where, and Whys!?

Part 4: Where
I hope everyone had a great Christmas, and Santa brought all that new gear you were asking for! We are nearing the end of this five part series. When the word “where” comes up in a conversation over the AT, it’s most likely about where you’re starting. Are you hiking NOBO, SOBO, or Flip-Flop. I will touch base on these directional choices, and include additional “where” topics to focus on when planning.
 
Where to start?
  ...

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Lists – Why Are You Doing This Again?

Emotions, making lists, and effective strategies and goal setting techniques that will assure you reach Mt. Katahdin

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Gear Review: Sierra Designs’ Cloud 20ºF Sleeping Bag

Sierra Designs Cloud 20-Degree
Description

Sierra Design’s Cloud is a lightweight zipperless mummy style sleeping bag. It features a unique design, with an “oversized integrated comforter” which is a fancy way of saying that there is a large flap of fabric that the user can leave open or tuck into the bag to keep in the heat. It also has a “self-sealing footbox,” which allows the user to pop their feet out on warmer nights or keep his or her feet in without feeling a draft. ...

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Start Date for the Appalachian Trail

When choosing a start date for a through hike there are many factors to consider.  My job, finances, when my lease is up, the weather, and avoiding peak times to save wear on the trail and avoid norovirus.  I forwent a lot of these considerations when I decided to start my hike on March 13th.  You see, my father passed away on March 13th, 2015.  
 
My Parents Nourished a Love for the Outdoors and Adventures
 
His death impacted more than just when I decided to start the trail.   ...

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When life gives you apples, don’t go on a backpacking trip with 12

Lessons learned from my first backpacking trip

So there I was at 1000m elevation, walking through calf-deep snow with 12 apples, 3 peppers, 2 onions, and an orange in my backpack (along with the usual backpacking supplies and other dinner food). 90% of my thoughts on that day are Why the heck do i have all of these apples in my backpack?!
Laugavegur
The Laugavegur trail is the most popular backpacking trail in Iceland. It takes about 4 or 5 days to complete the trail into the beautiful highlands of Iceland. ...

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Pacific Crest Terrors

Assuaging the Fears
So you’ve decided that you want to embark on the crazy journey to hike along the Pacific Crest Trail, 2,650 miles from Mexico to Canada. You are so enthralled in spending hours intently watching gear reviews that at some point, it hits you… “I’m going walk… from freaking Mexico to Canada… through animal- and criminal-infested back country where my only means of getting to civilization is to break Mom’s strict stranger-danger rule…. What am I THINKING?!“
For some, ...

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Meercat Golf Figurine

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3 Superfood Snack Recipes for the Trail

In this post I’ll be sharing 3 meals that have consistently sustained my energy levels and have time & again satisfied my hunger as I’ve been out adventuring on and training for long-distance trails. These Superfood Snack Recipes are easy to prepare ahead of time; and best of all, each of them can be modified to create almost limitless flavors and combinations. With a little bit of trial and error, a personalized and perfected blend can be created. ...

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3 Time-Honored Alternatives to Taking Ibuprofen

Sometimes when I’m doing things that require real endurance, my fullest effort, or my last bit of energy, afterwards I can be left feeling sore, hurt, or outright exhausted. But instead of taking an Ibuprofen, effectively shutting down my own recovery response, I do 1 or all 3 of these Time-Honored Alternatives to Taking Ibuprofen. While the immediate fix may not be as noticeable, the resistance that is built up by doing these alternatives keeps my need for pain intervention at a minimum and my overall pharmaceutical usage at nil. ...

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3 Unorthodox Ways to Satisfy Sugar Cravings

When it comes to nutrition, I like to give you food for thought that you won’t find elsewhere. In this post, I’ve got 3 Unorthodox Ways to Satisfy Sugar Cravings where the proof, is literally in the pudding. These aren’t your typical substitute sugar for stevia recommendations but is a deeper look at what’s causing the cravings in the first place and how to eliminate them; at least for the time being.
You see, sugar cravings are fundamental to our nature and are something that will reappear if the underlying issues that are causing them are not tended to. ...

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3 Tips for Transitioning to a Plant-based Diet

Are you trying to shift your diet from artificial to plant-based foods? Have you been unsuccessful at fully bridging the gap between junk food and produce because of sensations you’re experiencing that are holding you back? In this post, I offer 3 Tips for Transitioning to a Plant-based Diet which are useful when going through this period.
Aria Zoner – snacking Flax crackers with avo, sun-dried tomatoes & pistachios

2017 – Health Hacks with Aria Zoner
– August –
3 Tips for Transitioning to a Plant-based Diet
 
1. ...

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Pie on the Continental Divide Trail – Getting real in Colorado

Day 86 I awoke super rested and ready to go. We had a nice day of rolling terrain that made for a smooth day. We dealt with grey patchy skies all day that gave us a little light rain and a good amount of small hail. We reached the general store at twin lake by about 3pm and grabbed our packages and some snacks. We sat out front in a dilemma, at this point it was just myself and Cheesebeard. ...

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Aline Golf Shoe Insoles Review

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Cobra King F8 Irons

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Chapeau Echelon jacket – review

Stylish lightweight shell for that outermost protective layer when it’s needed

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Winter Appalachian Trail Thru Hike – Day 8 (23 miles)

Up into the Smokies I headed.
I barely managed to pack up and get to the toilet block in time this morning. After that it was a mile or so road walk from the shelter over Fontana Dam and into the Smokies NP. This also began a 8,000ft (3km) vertical climb up including 4 peaks along the way.
The day was rather good. I climbed out of a layer of cloud sitting on the valley floor and for the rest of the day was treated to some great views of the dam below. ...

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Winter Appalachian Trail Thru-Hike – Day 7 (22 miles)

I woke up at 6 and started hiking shortly after. Like yesterday, it was raining and I was walking through the clouds. The light of my headlamp was reflecting off both off these to such a great extent that I could barely see what I would step on next. It made for some slow progress until the sun decided to show.
From then on I moved as fast as I could. I was running late to meet up with @grantwalkson for a little day hike. ...

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Winter Appalachian Trail Thru-Hike – Day 6 (22 miles)

The family that I was sharing the shelter with got up at 5ish. I tried to sleep in but gave up, packed up and headed down the trail with the others.
I did not stay long with them as I wanted to get to the NOC, pick up my package and get some food before pushing on.
It was a fairly standard morning, with the surprisingly nice weather, and I made great time strolling along. Ow, ...

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Winter Appalachian Trail Thru Hike – Day 5 (27 miles)

Today was a tale of two.
The morning was full of questioning my decision to attempt this adventure. Self doubt and other thoughts filled my mind. “I cannot do this”, “you will fail”, “you cannot average 35 miles per day, day after day when you get to the PCT and the CDT” and “how will you deal with the loneliness” all gained traction.
Then I realised that I’m here because I like hiking and I like to challenge myself. ...

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Winter Appalachian Trail Thru Hike – Day 4 (20 miles)

The rain that started last night, did not stop at all. My alarm went off at 6.30 but I rolled over and waited for the sun to rise.
I got up about half an hour later and packed up slowly. Talking to they other guy in the shelter as I did so. His plan was to wait out the rain in the shelter.
I eventually convinced myself to get going. With my poncho on, as it was surprisingly warm, ...

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Winter Appalachian Trail Thru Hike – Day 3 (24 miles)

The southbound thru-hikers that were staying in the same shelter woke up and started packing up at 5.30am. Way too early for me. I like mornings, but not 2hrs before sunrise.
Eventually, I gave in and started packing up with them. It was very hot, and I was sweating. Quite the change from the 2ft of snow last week.
At around 10 am, I walked upon a family of AT Thru Hikers, with the youngest at nine. ...

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Winter Appalachian Trail Thru Hike – Day 2 (20 miles)

Last night I went to bed on blood mountain shelter. It was surrounded by clouds and I was fully expecting my sleeping bag to be saturated in the morning. Luckily the weather turned and the clouds moved to a better place.
There change of weather also brought one of the best views I’ve seen in a long time. Blue skies all above and an inverted cloud layer blanketed the valley below.
It was not only this one glorious view for the descent, ...

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Our First Taste of the Appalachian Trail-Visiting Grayson Highlands

The emotions were overwhelming that day: excitement, anticipation, fear, uncertainty.

This was our first time stepping foot on the AT since deciding we would attempt a thru-hike 8 months prior, and our desires were really being put to the test.

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3 Core Food Philosophies Every Hiker Should Know

When I became dually certified as a Health Counselor & Nutrition Coach, it wasn’t to have a desk job telling you what to eat, it was to learn how to sustain my own adventures. In this post, I share with you the 3 Core Food Philosophies that I follow in life. These aren’t things that were taught in my schooling but are concepts that I’ve figured out for myself as I’ve been out hiking and spending time in the wilderness. ...

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Confronting Sexism In Golf

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Is That Smell… Me?!?

It takes only half a day of hiking to smell bad. This is known. By the time I finished the approach trail to Springer Mountain I was locker-room ripe.
Hiking on top of seven inches of snow packed down by the previous day’s SOBO hikers was sweaty work. Happy with a solid morning’s progress, I aired out my clothes before moving on. By the time I reached Stover Creek Shelter the smell was worse.
Apparently, This Is Normal…
Foul little puffs of air escaped up the neck of my down jacket as I moved about, ...

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Cobra King F8 Driver

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Michigan POY: Patrick Sullivan Is Top Junior Boy

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Lezyne Laser Drive rear light – review

Disruptive rear light with added safety lasers

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TaylorMade Tour Preferred Deal On Amazon

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Golf Poetry: A Golfer’s Hymn

GOLFER’S HYMN A BAG of clubs, a dimpled ball. Fair verdant greens, that rise and ... Read more.

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National School Counseling Week Gift Ideas for School Counselor Super Heroes

Stories from the Trail – A new Trek.co Podcast

Merry Christmas Hikers!
Pox & Puss is no longer an only child! The world famous Appalachian Trail podcast now has a little brother and sister, as TheTrek.co expands our hiking podcast family!
Please join us for “Stories From The Trail”, jointly hosted by yours truly and my good friend Megan (you may know her as “Voldemort”). Together, we’ll share with you the conversations we have with notable outdoor enthusiasts.
Our first episode drops today, and in this one, ...

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Christmas Music From Scotland

I love Scottish Christmas music. As I have written a number of times on this ... Read more.

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Scottish Christmas Music

Scottish Christmas Music. I can’t help myself. I love fiddles, dulcumer, guitar and pipes. Haunting ... Read more.

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Have A Murray Christmas

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An Appalachian Trail Christmas

‘Twas the night before Christmas and all through the shelter, not a creature was stirring except for the mice.
The food bags were hung on the bear cables with care, in hopes that the mice would not go up there.
The hiker was nestled all snug in his sack, while the mice crept around seeking a snack.
When out by the privy there arose such a clatter, I sprang from my pad to see what was the matter. ...

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Advice On Teeing A Ball – From 1920

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A year on the bike: Ashley Quinlan’s most memorable rides of 2017

From the Cote d'Azur to the Col du Glandon, via breakfast in Burnham

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Golf In The Time Of The Romans Golf Cartoon From Punch

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Ridiculous Golf Christmas Tree Ornaments

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PCT Resupply: What it Cost and What We’d Do Differently

Thru-hike resupply planning can be daunting. Where to send packages, how much food to put in your boxes, and timing your arrival to a post office with limited hours is hard to figure out beforehand. There’s a lot of information out there about where to send boxes, and for the most part, I agree with the advice. However, my husband and I still made a few expensive mistakes. As our shipping costs accumulated, I began to wonder if shipping boxes from home was even saving money at all.  ...

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Countdown to Campo | My PCT Prep Plan

It is official.
I begin my 2018 PCT hike in exactly 3 months and 29 days (not that I’m counting or anything). In a third of a year I shall be traipsing through the desert, climbing mountains, fording streams, chasing and being chased by wildfire, and basking in nature’s expansive beauty. Not that I’m all that excited or anything. The trail has been my motivation for most things lately. When things get difficult or I really am not feeling up to doing something, ...

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Winter Appalachian Trail Thru Hike – Day 1 (30 miles)

Last night @colahikes @walkeatsleep and @travelerbytrail drove to Springer Mountain. About a mile from the top our truck lost traction. Ice was the villan, and we easily decided to pull over and walk the last couple of miles.
It was a good thing to because around the next corner there was more ice and it continued all the way to the summit.
I’m at Springer! The beginning of a 10 month adventure lay before me and I was almost gobbled up by the enormity of it. ...

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16 Things 2018 Appalachian Trail Thru-Hikers Need To Know

In just a few short weeks, thru-hiking season will be upon us again. As the class of 2018 purchases the final pieces of gear and packs up the last few mail drops, we reached out to some thru-hiker friends to find out exactly what information they wish they had known before starting their hike.
While a good amount of trail information stays consistent from year to year, we’ve compiled a list of the most notable changes that 2018 thru-hikers will need to consider on their journey. ...

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Part 3: The Who, What, When, Where, and Whys!?

When to go?
It’s hard to choose the perfect date to leave! If there weren’t any outside factors and responsibilities, I would leave tomorrow; but, there are many things to account for before leaving home for 4-6 months. I tossed up many different tentative dates, ranging from mid-February to June. There are a few key areas that are shaping my own starting date for the AT; some of these may be yours as well.
 
This five part series is a insight on how I am going about planning for my AT thru-hike coming up in 2018. ...

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Golf Jacket Christmas Ornament

Sterling Glass Golf Jacket Christmas Ornament Ridiculous Golf Item Of The Week

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Mermaid Golf Christmas Ornament

December Diamonds Putter Mermaid Ornament Ridiculous Golf Item of the Week

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Golf Shoe Christmas Ornament

Golf Shoe Christmas Ornament Ridiculous Golf Item of the Week

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Golf Poetry A Psalm Of The Links

A PSALM OF THE LINKS Lives of golfers oft remind us How to make our ... Read more.

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Diary of a fourth category racer: November/December – time to reflect

After a year of racing, what has Tom learned and how did it compare to expectations?

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Ho Ho Ho Golf Ornament

Ho Ho Ho Golf Ornament Ridiculous Golf Item of the Week

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Numbers

It’s safe to say that most hikers like to count. They count days, miles, pounds, liters, ounces, calories, States, and more. Hikers like to make lists too, some even do elaborate spreadsheets and graphs. Some hikers are more obsessive about the numbers than others.  I will admit to counting ounces and keeping track of certain numbers too. For example, how long until March 24, 2018? As of today, it is 3 months, or 13 weeks… or 93 days. ...

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The Trails That Led Me Here: Part III

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Mount Lafayette, Franconia Notch, NH

If I’ve learned anything about myself this summer, it’s that I am so very stubborn. One of my coworkers told me to hike the Fanconia Ridge on a nice day because the views are stellar. At no point did I have a view, or the inkling that I would get a view. This photo is actually a great representation of all of my least favorite gear: a Kelty pack that I assume doesn’t fit me, ...

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Planning Gear for your Flip-Flop AT Hike

I planned my gear around what I read about starting a traditional NOBO hike. What I found out was that my seasonal gear for flip-flopping was a bit different.

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Mahogany at Mill Lake

Mahogany at Mill Lake is a new condo development By Quantum Properties
currently under construction at 2180 Gladwin Road, Abbotsford. The development is scheduled for completion in 2018. Mahogany at Mill Lake has a total of 152 units.

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THE DECISION IS MADE

I was in shock. I felt the overwhelming emotions sweep over me. I was going to be thru hiking the AT.

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The Longest Night; The Shortest Day

Today marks the longest night and shortest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere. ... Read more.

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My (un)expected break up.

Everyone told me.
EVERYONE TOLD ME.
“Post thru-hike depression is real and you will likely go through it.”
My sister asked me the day I got home “are you ready for the postpartum period?” I think my answer was yes because I thought I was ready, but mostly I thought it wouldn’t happen.
I was so ready to be done with the trail. I was certain that because I was so ready, I wouldn’t be sad to return to a life of convenience and routine. ...

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2017 Tutor.com/military Report Card

The Tutor.com/military team thanks those in the military community who supported us in helping service members and their families meet their education goals this year. Below are some Tutor.com/military program highlights from 2017. We look forward to helping even more students in 2018 as we continue to provide 24/7 one-to-one online tutoring at no cost to eligible service members and their families. Find out more information about the program here.

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Tom Bendelow On Building A Golf Course

Tom Bendelow On Building A Golf Course Tom Bendelow has sometimes been called the “Johnny ... Read more.

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Taylor’d Milestones Reserve Whiskey Glass

Taylor’d Milestones Reserve Whiskey Glass The Taylor’d Milestones Reserve Whiskey Glasses are designed to enhance ... Read more.

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Up To 60% Off Watches – Last Minute Gifts

  Amazon has a selection of last-minute gift watches at up to 60% off. On the ... Read more.

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Ten of the best cycling climbs in Devon and Cornwall

England's deep south west boasts some of the toughest climbing in the country

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Why I’m Hiking

I’m a college freshman. I have a full-color map of the Pacific Crest Trail right next to my dorm room door, which I tap on the way out to classes every day, just like a football player on his way out of a locker room. My dream is to complete a thru-hike of the Pacific Crest Trail. All 2,668 miles of it. Mexico to Canada. In four months, because I have to get back to university before the Fall 2018 semester starts. ...

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Writing Letters Home to Continue Your Counseling Connections

Stoveless on the Appalachian Trail

I said I was going to write about financial wellness today, but something else has been pushed to the forefront.  Friends and family are wondering why I’m going stoveless, and probably how I’m going to survive.  For those of you who don’t know, most long-distance hikers opt to carry a small fuel canister and an attachment that will hold a pot above a flame fueled by the canister so you can cook.  Important because these are quicker than a campfire and are allowed in areas where there are fire bans.   ...

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Questions PCT trekkers will get from “The Mother Hen’s”

Thinking about hiking the PCT but have some lingering questions? Maybe I answered them here, come take a look!

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Part 2: The Who, What, When, Where, and Whys!?

Part 2: What?
With Christmas approaching, my mind has been at ease from the anticipation of the AT; although, if I stop to think about it, I can’t wait! Whenever I have a few moments or hours, I try to read new blog posts and articles on The Trek, scanning for stories, ideas, and inspirations for the trip. I’ve started to go through all my gear, picking and choosing what I need to take. If I sit back and contemplate everything that needs to be done before the start of the trip, ...

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No Longer Nameless: My Trail Name Found Me

As an aspiring thru-hiker, my lack of a trail name sometimes felt like a brilliantly lit billboard proclaiming, “She’s a wannabe!” Being a nameless newbie backpacker made me feel incomplete at best and at the worst, like an all-out imposter. I know a name is just a name, but having one gives me strength and a sense of belonging I didn’t have before.

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Golf Poem: A Song Of Four Seasons

I found this wonderful golf poem in an 1898 issue of Golf Magazine: A Song ... Read more.

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Time off to Finalize the Planning

Planning
There are so many details in planning a hike of this magnitude.  I have spreadsheets that give me and Free Gear an idea of miles we need to hike each day in order to complete our thru in a reasonable amount of time.  We honestly do not want to hike through snow and very cold weather, so we’re trying to make miles in order to make it home before Thanksgiving.  I have been working on buying food for a while and when my mylar bags get here I can begin in earnest to package our food.   ...

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Golf Ornaments On My Christmas Tree

Most golfers, I suspect, have several golf ornaments hanging from their Christmas Tree. Over the ... Read more.

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Powerstroke Golf Fitness Attachment

  Powerstroke Golf Fitness Attachment This is an interesting product. It’s a golf grip on ... Read more.

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Eight common winter clothing mistakes every cyclist makes

Getting dressed for winter riding can be a real chore - here's how to get it right

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Things Always Go As Planned, Right?

Okay What Did I Sign Up For??
Hiking from Georgia to Maine shouldn’t be harder than it sounds right?? I walk places all the time! Like the grocery store, the coffee shop, a buddies house, a leisurely stroll around the lake. So what is hiking from one state to another (with just a few in between um) ??
Yes this is on a slightly larger scale than walking down to the beach to grab some ice cream and go swimming. ...

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The Million Dollar Question

As in, if I had a dollar for every person who asked me this question, I would have a million dollars.
 
Disclaimer: This post might only apply if you are a woman. 😉
 
As I shared my plans to thruhike with people in my life—friends, family, acquaintances—there was only one question that I was asked more than, “Are you going to carry a gun?”  And I can guarantee that every woman who has ever had the desire to hike solo has been asked this question as many times as I have.
  ...

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The Adventures of Chancing It and Delivery Man

Trail Angels and Superheroes

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Chapeau Club Thermal jersey – review

Stylish and versatile thermal jersey with an excellent cut

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The Top Sleeping Bags and Quilts of 2017: Results from the Annual Hiker Survey

e surveyed 253 section and thru-hikers who were on the Appalachian Trail (AT) in 2017. We asked about the temperature, fill, brands, and models of the sleeping bags and hammock quilt systems they used. Several of our findings were consistent with our data from 2015 and 2016, but we looked at our data over time and noticed a new trend that’s becoming more popular each year. For the details, keep reading—otherwise skip to the TL;DR at the end. ...

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AT 11: The End Of A 9 Month Journey! “MD & WV”

“Photos & a compilation video for the end of our hike follow this update”

The End????!?!?
The moment I stepped off the Appalachian Trail onto the blue blaze trail that leads to the ATC headquarters I knew life would never be the same. The reality that the trail was over is essentially a brick wall you run into face first. Nothing can prevent it, but it comes nonetheless. Many emotions flow throughout you on a daily basis, ...

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Golfers Gum Energy Supplement Review

Golfers Gum Energy Supplement Review Golfers Gum Energy Supplement Grade: A Teachers’ Comments: It’s good ... Read more.

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Christmas survival guide: how to strike the cycling and social balance over the festive season

How to keep on top of your training through December

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The Flexible Golf Swing: A Cutting-Edge Guide to Improving Flexibility and Lowering Your Score on the Golf Course

The Flexible Golf Swing: A Cutting-Edge Guide to Improving Flexibility and Lowering Your Score on ... Read more.

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A year on the bike: Tom Owen’s most memorable rides of 2017

Tom recounts his favourite rides of 2017, from the dirt roads of West Africa, to riding London-Brighton-London... in January

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Shutterbug’s final trail update…. for now!

I know, I know, I haven’t updated my blog in quite some time. So much has happened in the past three months. So let’s back up to where I left off in my last post.
When I wrote last, I was sitting in my hammock at a stealth site right outside of Gorham, NH. I’d been there for a couple days waiting for my hiking partner Chips to get over a nasty cold/stomach bug. When he finally felt well enough to hike on, ...

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Thru hiker thoughts: how I realized why I was hiking the AT

I had lost sight of a specific reason why I was hiking the Appalachian Trail. It was becoming daunting that I couldn’t even provide an answer to all that asked. Until, one day, the thought was finally formed in my mind, and I felt confident in my trek.

From the wise words of some Podcast;

The trip gave me amazing sights, but it’s only in standing still that allowed me to turn those into lasting insights. ...

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The Best Hitchhike in the History of Time

he bags that had formed under my eyes after a punishing 5-day stretch were easily large enough to haul all of my gear. Sleep deprivation and misery will do that. Little did I know that my impossibly bad mood was about saved by a magic school bus.
July 16, 2017
It was 11:30pm, approximately two hours after drifting to sleep.  I woke up to the sensation of a root poking me in the ass and a chill running down my back, ...

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Why I’m Hiking the Appalachian Trail

Some hikers have dreamed of hiking the Appalachian Trail their entire life.  Some people will dream of making this hike their entire life and never get to.  I’ll be honest, I’m not one of those people. In fact, I didn’t know any details about the AT until last March.  Sometimes I feel a little bit unworthy because of that.
I’ve always wanted to have an adventure.
My family has always done outdoor adventure type vacations.  Not every year or anything, ...

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Shimano RC7 shoes – review

Fantastic mid-range shoes let down by how easy the print finish scuffs

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Golf Kickstarters – December 18, 2017

Golf Kickstarters – December 18, 2017 New up on Kickstarter this week for golfers are ... Read more.

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The Golf Ball Industry In 1898

The Golf Ball Industry In 1898 In light of  the recent (and recurring) kerfuffle over ... Read more.

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Golf RX: A 15-Minute-a-Day Core Program for More Yards and Less Pain

Golf RX: A 15-Minute-a-Day Core Program for More Yards and Less Pain In a study ... Read more.

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ATP: Appalachian Trail Physiology or, Adenosine Triphosphate

Once upon a time there was a beautiful organelle named Mitochondria who lived in a thigh muscle cell of an Appalachian Trail hiker. She was in charge of providing energy to the cell when the hiker started walking. She needed the hiker to eat well, drink water, and get good rest at the end of each day.
Glycosis
With each step the hiker took, her good friend Aldolase received glycogen molecules delivered to the cell from the hiker’s liver by insulin from the hiker’s pancreas. ...

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The AT Lead-up: Shakedowns, Saving Money, and Slaying Trolls

The lead-up to my Appalachian Trail departure is getting real, folks.   There’s less than three months to go until my date with destiny at Amicalola on March 10.  There’s a part of me that wants this to speed up faster than a pizza delivery boy hustling for a tip, but another part wants everything to slow down so that I can appreciate the lead-up process more. All of my gear has been accrued, so the exciting part is over (exciting,   ...

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Wild Winter Wonders – New England Edition

You know what’s interesting about winter in New England? So many people impatiently wait for the first snow, but as soon as it falls, everyone strives for the next season…But why?
Winter in New England has a unique beauty to it. Sparkling flakes dancing around us like we’re inside of a magical snow globe, strong evergreen trees with pearly blankets elegantly hugging their frosty branches, and a new found community in winter sports.
I never understood why the Northeastern, ...

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For The Weekend: A Beginners Guide To Cigar Smoking

Famous Smoke Shop has put together a primer for beginners on cigar smoking. There’s lots ... Read more.

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The Sierra Nevada Rise from the Horizon: PCT Part 8

Leaving NorCal

Remember how I said it was crazy hot in Belden?  So hot that I decided not to leave until after 6pm.  With a huge climb into the Buck’s Lake Wilderness to look forward to.  As the grade began to flatten out and the forest shifted to sub-alpine brush, I was treated to a stunning sunset with views all around.  And I saw another bear!  It was above me on the slope, and as soon as we locked eyes it scrambled away through the brush. ...

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(Trail)Family Fun and Halfway Done: PCT Part 7

Picking up where I left you in Mt Shasta…
Would you be surprised to learn that the first thing I did upon arriving in Mt Shasta City was sit down to a huge meal?  If you are, you obviously haven’t been following my blog.  Looking through my guidebook, I had seen my favorite 5-word phrase: All You Can Eat Pizza. I did some real damage there before walking next door to resupply. After sections one of the last rooms in town for the night, ...

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Golf Poetry: A Psalm of Golf

  Golf poetry from the February, 1898 issue of Golf magazine. A Psalm of Golf ... Read more.

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The PCT Desert: Myths vs. Fact

Most Pacific Crest Trail thru-hikers begin their journey in the desert — the first steps on the trail that they’ll be walking on for the next five months. The desert is one of the most frequent places hikers leave the PCT, and if you’re worried about what to expect in this great sandy expanse, here’s my list of myths vs. facts regarding the first 700 miles of the PCT. Hopefully this gives you a better idea of what you’re getting yourself into. ...

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This Week’s Top Instagram Photos from the #AppalachianTrail

Ladies, gentlemen, and hiker trash- it has returned.  We are pleased to reintroduce one of our all time favorite series- the top Instagram posts from the Appalachian Trail.
Each week, we peruse all of the wonderful pictures from Instagram using the hashtag #TrektheAT and #AppalachianTrail and select a few of the best to highlight for your viewing pleasure!
This week we take a look at photos snapped between 11/30/17-12/15/17.

If you would like your picture to be included, ...

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My Foray into DIY Trail Fodder

Ahhh, food… That obsessive four-letter word that all dream about whilst on the PCT. I’ve said it before, and now again; food is truly what hikers live for.
If you may not know, I am a vegan. Now don’t let that scare you away! I’m not here to persecute you or viciously shove kale down my gullet while making an uncomfortable amount of eye contact. I simply mention it to help other vegan or dietary-restricted hopeful thru-hikers and for those who are interested in making their own healthy trail meals! ...

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Ten of the best front bike lights for less than £100

Bright enough to light your commute or night-time training ride without impacting too much on your budget

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Golfer Christmas Nutcracker

Golfer Christmas Nutcracker Ridiculous Golf Item of the Week

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We’re hiring! Staff writer and assistant editor wanted for RoadCyclingUK

Do you want to work for one of the world's leading cycling websites? Here's your chance...

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Part 1: The Who, What, When, Where, and Whys!?

When planning a journey that spans along 2,000-plus miles of rigid landscapes, a trip that last 4-6 months, an experience that pushes one to their physical and mental limits, there's a question to ask...actually many questions.

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Holland Park By Townline in the heart of Surrey

Holland Park By Townline is a 25-storey residential high-rise tower offering 248 well-finished city homes, consisting of condominium suites and three-level townhomes. Located in the heart of Surrey’s emerging City Centre and overlooking Holland Park. This high-rise tower boasts close proximity to the King George SkyTrain Station, SFU’s Surrey Campus, and the Central City Shopping Centre.

Opening 2018

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Bordeaux Living – Brentwood

After the sucessful launch of Milano, Solerra is bringing Bordeaux to the Brentwood area. Further expanding what is becoming the hottest real estate market in Great Vancouver.

Bordeaux Living will be located on the corner of Juneau Street and Willingdon Avenue, 1 block south of Lougheed Highway.

Bordeaux will consist of 141 concrete apartment residences, including a limited collection of 3 bedroom townhouses.  Bordeaux will include luxurious Italian kitchens, premium appliances, air conditioning, oversized outdoor spaces and a plethora of building amenities.

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Meridian by Townline in the centre of Burquitlam

Meridian by Townline in the centre of Burquitlam, an upcoming luxurious 32-storey residential high-rise tower compromised of 198 carefully crafted intelligently designed 1-, 2- and 3-bedroom homes, along with a limited collection of only a few exclusive two-level 3-bedroom townhomes. Conveniently located at Cottonwood Avenue and Clarke Road; in the centre of Burquitlam’s burgeoning community, adjacent to the Evergreen SkyTrain line and just steps from a plethora of urban amenities.

Opening 2018

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Let’s Be Real: I’m a Little Anxious (About Adulting and the AT)

Y’all…life is hitting me
Usually my posts are tips and tricks that I’ve been attempting to live by but can I just be honest with you guys?  Realities are hitting me right now and the anxiety is REAL.
I’m graduating from college this Saturday (Woo!) and while that’s super exciting, the question of “what’s next?” is constantly hovering over my head.  Whenever someone finds out that I’m graduating early, they automatically assume that I have this awesome job lined up, ...

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The Trails That Led Me Here: Part II

Alright, so where did we leave off?
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Mount Jefferson, Thompson and Meserve’s Purchase, NH

Woohoo! I convinced someone to hike with me. Introducing… my mom. We left very early in the morning and drank a bunch of iced tea on the drive. Hence why we both had to pee at the trail head. My mom’s an athlete. She’s more athletic than I will ever be, so I was slightly nervous to hike with her. ...

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Let me introduce myself
I think most people what to know why you want to be a thru-hiker and something about you. I know that I am curious about you. I imagine that I will get to know a great many of you and if we spend time hiking together I hope we get to share some stories as I do have some great stories from my past.
I have been a hippie for half a century will turn 70 on the Appalachian Trail. ...

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Revew: Brynje Wool Thermo Base Layer

I enjoy it when my activities have a historical connection. Part of my enjoyment when paddling the Little Miami River in Ohio comes from the fact that famous Shawnee Chief Tecumseh spent time along the waterway. A historical connection also piqued my interest when I was given the opportunity to try (and review here) base layer garments from Brynje of Norway (pronounced “brin-ya”).
The Product
In 1953, Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay became the first climbers to successfully summit Mount Everest. ...

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The Winter Trip to the Trip

The Road Trip
This old goat left Washington DC for the last time and drove west on Interstate 66. That part of my life is now behind me. I called family and friends for the last time in a while as I turned south on Interstate 81. I shared what I thought would be my last great meal with friends who would drive me to Amicalola Falls the next day and take care of my car until I finished my hike. ...

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Rapha Festive 500: eight tips to conquer the challenge

Tempted by the Rapha Festive 500 but intimidated by the challenge? Then read our top tips

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Eclipse Golf Ball Ad – 1889

  A golf ball ad from 1889. The ad reads: The Eclipse Golf Ball (Currie’s ... Read more.

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Merida 2018 road, cyclo-cross and TT bikes: your definitive guide

Is a Merida top of your new bike wishlist? Here's everything you need to know...

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Specialized issues recall of all 2018 Allez bikes due to potentially defective fork

Model year 2018 Allez, Allez Sport and Allez Elite bikes affected

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Two Cook’s Guide to Going Stoveless

When other hikers heard what we do in “real life” on the trail, everyone all reacted the same way: “I bet you have the best meals out here?!” For those that don’t know, we are cooks by trade – and very proud of it. Ironically enough, we are two cooks that got sick of cooking on the trail. We both started with titanium cook pots and shared a stove. We did the whole instant mashed potatoes, ...

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So how much is this thing going to cost??

Money Money
It’s not like I am embarking on this trek to run away from the real world…okay maybe I am. But you can only separate yourself so much. Right?? just kidding, I am running from nothing! hopefully, bears especially…sorry Ma 😉
Unfortunately, going for a 6 month walk is not as easy as it sounds. They say nothing is ever free, ya ya I know, obviously money is going to be involved in an expedition like this. ...

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Volvik Vivid Golf Balls On Sale

The hard-to-find Volvik Vivid golf balls are back in stock and on sale on Amazon. ... Read more.

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Fraser Commons by Serracan on South Vancouver

Fraser Commons by Serracan is a new mixed-use development with 4 building from 5-22 storeys, located at the conrner of Fraser Street and Marine Drive. Fraser Commons offers 368 condominiums 1-3 bedroom units and 10 townhomes. Fraser Commons by Serracan successfully rezoned the property into a new project with a central park and roof garden flanked by four residential buildings. Serviced by neighbourhood retail amenities, an on-site daycare, and neighbourhood house, the project will stand as a key anchor on the revitalized, new Fraser Street. The project received unanimous urban design panel approval, unanimous council approval, and remarkable community support. Sales begin in Spring 2018.

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Budget for Success on the Appalachian Trail

People need to know how much it’s going to cost to successfully plan a through hike.  This requires a budget.
People frequently ask “how much does hiking the Appalachian Trail cost?”
There is no one answer to this question.  People’s monthly expenses are so varied, people’s tastes and personal needs have a big impact on how they spend on the trail.  Numbers we see frequently at $1,000/month or $2-3/mile.  But one of the biggest reasons people get off the trail is that they run out of funds.   ...

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Origin of The Golf Term Birdie

Origin of The Golf Term Birdie In golf, a “birdie” is a score of one ... Read more.

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The Trails That Led Me Here: Part I

Over the summer, I spent almost every day off from work in the White Mountain National Forest. I was waiting for a hiking partner to want to go with me for about a month before I decided to solo hike. The fact that I had hiked in the past, grew up in Maine and wasn’t a complete idiot were the things I told myself prior to going. It was a spur of the moment decision. I decided 12 hours before driving two hours into the mountains that I was going to drive two hours into the mountains. ...

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My Nemesis: Gravity

I fall. A lot.
I fall so much the sensation is no longer unsettling; I’m familiar with the unnatural stretching of time accompanied by the extreme slow-motion “ohhhh nooooo, not again” in my mind.
I fell twice last Monday. First thing in the morning, I stepped outside my house and immediately fell, hitting my back hard on a cement planter to the left of the door. That evening I leaned back on my office chair and the bottom came loose, ...

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How To Read A Betting Line

With the college bowl season nearly upon us, Vegas (and other) odds-makers are doing serious ... Read more.

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Committing to Thru Hiking the Appalachian Trail

I remember purposefully not hiking any part of the approach trail because I told myself, "I'm going to thru hike the Appalachian Trail(AT) one day and I want that time to be my first time." Now, a year later I am at the cross roads, do I commit to thru hiking the Appalachian Trail?

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The Golf Season Ends In Michigan

After an extended fall, where I played golf as late as December 4, winter has ... Read more.

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Chris Froome ‘confident we will get to the bottom’ of adverse analytical finding

Team Sky man takes to Twitter to thank fans for their support

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Taylormade Cold Weather Beanie

  TaylorMade Winter Beanie Extend your season with the proper gear. In cold weather, a ... Read more.

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Specialized Allez Elite road bike – review

Specialized's all-new Allez is now truly designed for the people who actually buy one

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Chris Froome could lose Vuelta a Espana title after adverse anti-doping finding

Team Sky man found to have twice the permitted limit of Salbutamol in an in-competition urine test

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Dear PCT, Here I Come.

The PCT, the elephant in the room for most hikers on the west coast, of not the world. Take a journey with me onto the PCT and live vicariously through the highs and lows of the trek. So what are you waiting for? Jump on in!

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Sticks and stones may break my bones, but fear will never stop me.

I start hiking in 100 days.
The days seem to be slipping away and soon enough I will wake up and it will be March 22nd. I’ve mostly feel excitement about my thru-hike but, without a full-time job and with my gear research complete I have so much free- time that the fear has started to creep in. I have decided to face my fears head on and write them down so I can work on addressing them one at a time and rationalize them away. ...

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Gear Lessons From a Hiker Who Never Learned Her Lesson

“The next time we’re in town, you’re getting a shakedown.”
My concerned/exasperated hiking companions said this to me countless times throughout the spring and summer of 2017. At its heaviest, my pack would top out at around 42 lbs with a full re-supply. At its lightest, I would estimate that my pack’s weight came in somewhere in the high 20’s. On average, I probably carried between 34 and 38 lbs. It was too much for me. ...

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Pikes Peak takes Haute Route Rockies to new heights in 2018

America's Road added to new route, taking riders to 14,000ft

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Your Golf Rules Violation Phone Calls Are No Longer Wanted

Your Golf Rules Violation Phone Calls Are No Longer Wanted In a long-overdue move, golf’s ... Read more.

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Pilates For Golf DVD

Pilates For Golf Pilates is a fitness discipline developed by Joseph Pilates in the early ... Read more.

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Lezyne Lite Drive 700XL – review

Impressively bright yet compact front light that can hold its own in town and on unlit lanes

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Preparing for a Thru-Hike: Plan or Plan to Adapt?

The biggest difference between our preparation for the Appalachian Trail vs. the Pacific Crest Trail is the amount of planning. Before the A.T. I had planned out our daily mileage & each of our town visits. Within the first 3 days, our plan went down the drain. Unexpected blisters put us back a day, hitchhiking took longer than I thought, & that first hostel roped me in. We learned that we had to adapt & let go of our plan. ...

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Jasmine at The Gardens in Richmond

Introducing the final phase at The Gardens, Jasmine is a limited collection of 23 luxurious air-conditioned parkside townhomes that feature efficient layouts, stunning interior finishes and spacious outdoor living areas. Oversized rooftop decks overlooking a natural 12-acre park and double balconies on select homes are only a few of the features that make Jasmine the most sought-after collection of townhomes in Richmond.

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PCT 2018: Cold Weather Gear Test (Suburban Style)

Cold Weather Challenge
We have been fortunate to have some cold and clear weather here in Seattle, and we thought it would be a great opportunity to test out some of our cold weather gear.  The plan was simple: camp in the backyard as closely simulating camping in the Sierra as possible. We wore items we expected to have during our hike and made a deal to commit to staying outside.  No bailing, no calling it because we are cold or couldn’t sleep, ...

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To Approach or Not to Approach: starting NOBO at Amicalola Falls

”Train yourself to let go of everything you fear to lose.” -Yoda to Anakin Skywalker
Amicalola Falls.   The spiritual northbound start of the Appalachian Trail to some, the bane of the Trail’s existence to others.  The appetizer to a five star meal or the scourge of the Earth. There seems to be no middle ground when it comes to the opinions of Amicalola to the majority of thru hikers starting north on the AT every spring. ...

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RCUK’s Christmas Gift Guide 2017: cycling gadgets for all budgets

Everyone loves a gadget, and we've got a best XI for Christmas gift inspiration

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Mental Mondays: Arrive Early

One of the sayings my students most hate to hear me repeat is: Early is ... Read more.

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10 powerful wild edible plants and why they’re good for you

Well… You’re lost in the wilderness. You ate your last cereal bar a while ago and you’re starting to feel hungry. Let’s call it what it is: you’re starving! You start to consider eating the first thing you could get your hands on, even wild edible plants!
Okay, it looks like a pretty dramatic scenario. What’s the real story?
Maybe you are just thru-hiking on a budget, maybe the next village is several days away, or maybe you just enjoy identifying wild plants. ...

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How A Hobbit Invented Golf

How A Hobbit Invented Golf The origins of golf are unclear, with many places claiming ... Read more.

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Seven cycling tips to beat snow and ice this winter

Wintry weather needn't stop you getting out on your bike

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Rapha Festive 500 returns for 2017

Rapha's Festive 500 challenge returns for the eighth year

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Bill Kroen’s Golf Tip A Day Calendar

Bill Kroen’s Golf Tip-A-Day Calendar 2018 Bill Kroens’ Golf Tip-A-Day Calendar has been around for ... Read more.

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Saying Goodbye to the AT (For now!)

Hello Trekkies!
(I feel like I could call you guys that now, haha).
Anyway last Saturday I stepped off the Appalachian Trail at mile 309 and started walking towards a town called Erwin, via a state highway. The hostel I’d intended to stay at that night was closed for the season, so I was left without a place to stay or a ride. My best option was to start walking down the road towards Erwin. So I did. ...

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The Mental Journey to Now

An update from Vulture. :)

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Hiding in the Woods

In my first Trek post, I included among my list of reasons to hike:
“I am terrified of the world right now and want to escape from it.”
“I am terrified of the world right now and want to gain strength to face it.”
I think it’s time for me to choose one.
Last Monday the Supreme Court allowed Trump’s “Muslim Ban” to be enforced in full.  This was after federal courts had struck it down twice, ...

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Going Minimal: Preparing for the End

I love having only the bare essentials.
One of the aspects of hiking I most enjoy, and am greatly looking forward to, is the minimalism. I love having only the bare essentials. There is something incredibly freeing about being able to pick up and go anywhere knowing that you have everything you need to face life. Shelter, clothes, food, warmth, all contained in a pack on your back. It’s something that is truly beautiful to me. ...

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What is a Thru-Hike?

For all the years I fantasized about one day hiking the trail, there was only one way. In my mind, thru hiking has always been starting at Springer Mountain and heading north, one foot in front of the other, all the way to Maine.

Things have gotten a bit more complicated as I explore the many thru hiking options. Now I wonder, where should I start?

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Chasing the Dream on the AT in 2018

Franconia Ridge, New Hampshire is one of my most favorite places in the United States.  The first time I saw this I actually cried.  I am so amazed that there are places like this that I am able to walk on.  Even more amazing is that I get to fulfill a life-long dream and hike it all over again.
Who am I?
My name is Julie Wilson-Freeman, aka “Stripper.”  I have hiked right at 4,000 miles on the Appalachian Trail since 2008; ...

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Groot is on the loose! The reason for Groot on the AT

Seasons greetings to my fellow hikers,  hope the holidays are treating you and yours well!   The following is the reason I’m toting an 8 ounce Groot action figure on the AT in 2018 (other than him being so frigging adorable):
So,  imagine if you will,  that you’ve decided to thru hike the Appalachian Trail.   The lead up was amazing: reading stories and experiences on Facebook, procuring top-of-the-line gear,  telling your boss to ‘take this job and shove it’,   ...

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AT 10: Rocksylvania Isn’t So Rocky After All

Don’t forget to check the end of this update for spectacular photos and another compilation video!
Rocksylvania
What can I say. The entire time I have been on the Appalachian Trail, a little over 8 months at this point in time, I have feared the moment I would enter Pennsylvania. The stories I read and tales I heard all pointed to one “truth.” That Pennsylvania was a rocky nightmare. Especially, the area between Delaware Water Gap and Port Clinton. ...

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Elite Direto turbo trainer – first look

Turbo trainer season is in full swing and the Elite Direto looks a compelling package on paper

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Fill The Food Bag: Trail Recipes You Won’t Get Sick Of

So, you’ve decided to thru-hike a long-distance trail. Fantastic idea! Have you put any thought into what you’re going to eat for all those miles? The first decision you need to make is your resupply strategy: are you going to shop as you go, mail packages along the trail, have someone at home send them to you, or a combination?
During my 2017 PCT thru-hike I did a combination of shopping in towns along the way, ...

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If I don’t post about my thru hike on social media, did it even happen?

Oh, social media
Social media and I have a love/hate relationship. I literally joined Facebook and Instagram THIS year. Let that sink in. I went over 30 years without having an online social media presence. I am a shy, dorky introvert who didn’t want her weirdness on display. My oldest brother couldn’t understand how I didn’t have or want a Facebook page. When I was a teenager there was no Facebook, no Instagram, no YouTube. And no cell phones.  ...

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Lessons Learned Alone in the Grand Canyon

As a child, I had a picture book chronicling the adventures of Donald Duck and his three nephews, Huey, Dewey, and Louie, on a camping trip in the woods.  The details have gotten fuzzy in the 25 years since I last read it, but I remember the important points: Uncle Donald takes the ducklings backpacking along a river, where they set up camp.  Donald choses to camp in a sandy spot on the river’s bank, while his nephews opt to pitch their pup tent on higher ground.  ...

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RCUK’s Christmas Gift Guide 2017: cycling stocking fillers for less than £50

Secret santa gifts, stocking stuffers and cycling gifts for smaller budgets

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