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Bearfence Hut to Blackrock Hut

2016-04-06 — Bearfence Hut I clip my washed laundry on my pack to dry and hike out in my down jacket. Water trickles from rock springs along the trail, forming...

Into the Shenandoahs

2016-04-01 — Mountain Home Cabbin 5 miles: I only need to hike 5 miles. Today, though, my feet begin to bother me almost immediately after I lace my boots. Remember why...

Harper's Ferry to Jim and Molly Denton Shelter

2016-03-27 — Harper’s Ferry Determination. Resignation. Acceptance. As I stand in the middle of the parking lot, posing for these last couple pre-hike photos with my parents, the lack of...