I am all packed and ready to go. It's 11:29 pm, tomorrow is going to come way too fast. I can't believe it is time to go. I have been...

Vacations, trips, and adventures are one of life's little pleasures. They give us a chance to unplug, unwind and rejuvenate from the...

I leave for my Appalachian Trail thru hike in 2 weeks. An attitude of calm, cool, and collected well being has been my state of mind,...

A common phrase I hear as I discuss my plans for hiking the Appalachian Trail is, "Oh, one day I hope to do that!" My reply is simple,...

This past weekend I had a shopping excursion with my hubby. We went to Freeport to visit L.L.Bean and the outlet stores. On our way back...

I received an email today from a soon to be section hiker I met while working at L.L.Bean over Christmas. He was young, excited and full...

The best thing to do on a snow day is to spend the day inside where it is warm packaging meals  for your upcoming spring hike. Who has...

Backpacking gear list

I was hoping to have my book written by June of 2016. Well, 2017 is closing in fast and I am not close to being done. I did send a sneak...

I am so glad you joined me for a hike. Get ready for funny stories, beautiful pictures, and inspiration. In 2015 I hiked the Appalachian...