Thru-hiking solo has become the routine, so this time I’ve decided to throw a couple of wrenches into the plan. Their names are Zach and Leah

BMT '22
Satisfaction and the Great Smoky MountainsThe Smokies were surprising. Suddenly I was making friends all over the place; section hikers, day hikers, and park staff were abundant.

BMT '22
Digging In; Physically and MentallyMuch to my surprise, I felt comfortable in the woods, more so than I had in the past six days. Must be something about whitewater that puts my mind back at ease. I wasn’t constantly worrying about snakes or bears or mountain lions. I wasn’t concerned about being alone. I finally felt adjusted and borderline confident.
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