Alaskan adventure: Denali Backpacking Day 1
When Richard and I were planning our trip to Alaska, we knew we would have the option of doing almost anything. Alaska is a vast and open place were adventure is commonplace. We could bike, sail,...
View ArticleGet ready for the AT movie!
The film, “Appalachian Impressions,” aims to put the viewer on the Appalachian Trail from Georgia to Maine as a thru-hiker. The film covers the six-month, 2,180-mile journey that is an Appalachian...
View ArticleLet’s talk about wilderness rescue
There are many reasons to require rescue in the wilderness. Injury Exposure (to the elements, poor weather, extreme fatigue) Falls Lost Animal encounters that result in injury But there are very few...
View ArticleThru-hikers set records on the AT, PCT
2013 has been a record-setting year for hikers on the Appalachian Trail and the Pacific Crest Trail. Last week, three new records were set establishing new times for self-supported hikes on both trails...
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Thoughts on preparation for the adventure race
On Saturday at 8 a.m., Richard and I will begin our first 24-hour adventure race. It should be hard, but super fun. We are prepared, but not over-prepared, which is our way of things. By that I mean,...
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Lionheart Adventure Race 2013 race report
Richard and I approach the start of the Lionheart 24 hour Adventure Race. Photo courtesy of Lionheart.Overall report: It was awesome! Going into this race, I was prepared for pain. A bottle of...
View ArticleHappy Birthday Wilderness Act!
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What to do for a successful day hike
Richard on the Appalachian Trail in spring 2013. Photo by Stephanie RieghartThis week, the chill of fall started to creep over York County. But that doesn’t mean hiking season is over. It’s time to...
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Government shutdown hits Appalachian Trail hikers
The Appalachian Trail, a 2180-mile trail from Maine to Georgia, passes just outside of York County. YORK DAILY RECORD/SUNDAY NEWS — FILE. The government shutdown has closed national parks and monuments...
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New Mexico sunsets
I recently visited New Mexico with my sister. In between applications of lotion — it is very dry there — Renee and I caught some beautiful sunsets. Oct. 13 sunset in Tyrone, NM. Photo by Renee...
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