appalachian trail
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Appalachian Adventures, part I: backpacking the Standing Indian Loop in North Carolina
I’ve never been much of a backpacker. I went a few times as a kid but they weren’t great experiences, so I’d come to the conclusion that backpacking wasn’t for me. Part of growing up, though, is to come to terms with your past and not allow it to dictate your future. I may not… Continue reading
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On Top of Massachusetts: Mount Greylock
Today, we return to the “On Top of” series I began a while back as I recount our hike up the highest point in Massachusetts: Mount Greylock! With an elevation of 3491 feet (1064 m), Mount Greylock is much taller than either of the previous state high points we’d visited. It has a prominence of… Continue reading
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On Top of Connecticut: Bear Mountain
I haven’t decided yet if I’m a High-Pointer – that is, a person who sets the goal of standing atop the highest point in each state. The part of me that’s drawn to superlatives (the tallest, oldest, etc.) loves the idea. The part of me that enjoys making lists and crossing things off of lists… Continue reading