My brother and I have been talking quite a bit, lately of my pending trip. This is a big event for me, not in the miles but in accomplishing something great for myself. I do not want to do it alone, i want to share this venture with him, everyone, and anyone willing to follow … Continue reading Kevin
Category: AT Prep 2015
What I did to get ready for my first thru-hike of the AT in 2015
30 May 2014 French Creek State Park
Chase and I headed out without a GPS and map. We were armed just with printed directions. This trip was quite a few firsts for Chase. It was his first time as the dedicated co-pilot, as well as navigating without technology. As it turns out, the printed directions were total crap. This endeavor would be … Continue reading 30 May 2014 French Creek State Park
The Storm
In our lives as with in every day, there are ups and downs. yesterday was one of those great downs. We have been short handed at work lately, so unfortunately my days off have become normal work days. Being two men short has been very stressful and taxing. I was looking forward to this weekend … Continue reading The Storm
Lost and Found
It has been a while since I have written anything. I find myself becoming distracted more and more, not due to lack of focus but due to life. What was it John Lennon said? "Life is what happens while you're busy making other plans." I could not agree more. Work, wine, and whims have been … Continue reading Lost and Found
YaYa
With most things in my life I don't like to be late, this especially holds true for work. If traffic is good I'll get there about a half an hour early. It doesn't happen often but when it does I'm generally greater by the same sight, Ya Ya. Ya ya is most likely in … Continue reading YaYa
9 Aug 2014
My original plans for the weekend had fallen through, so as my work shift came to an end hiking was looking more and more exciting. I let Eric know I was about home and that he could meet me and we'd set off. When we left the house I drove, unfortunately for Eric it meant … Continue reading 9 Aug 2014
Juice
In all aspects of our life we take a chance. We risk something to gain another. Risk and reward go hand in hand. I've always believed that in order to win big you had to be at least willing to risk it all if not most. There is a movie quote that sums … Continue reading Juice
Life’s Angels
On the AT they have something called Trail Magic and Trail Angels. A trail angel is a person who does good things for people, who are walking the trail. It can range from a ride to town, a sit down meal on the trail, free lodging in their home, to trail magic. Trail Magic is … Continue reading Life’s Angels
Breath of Fresh Air
Tonight, like any other night started off the same. Swimming then zoning out to music on the way home. Then my favorite part of every night, my niece and nephew. We do this thing my brother and I used to do to torture our sisters. Touch It! we used to make them touch our … Continue reading Breath of Fresh Air
Music
Everywhere i go there is music. You almost cant go anywhere that doesn't have it playing in the background. It is as if our lives are a movie and the soundtrack is already there. When I workout i listen to my workout mix, which is full of high energy, angry, or fast paced songs to … Continue reading Music
SMOR Adventures 