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“You are beautiful!” by Anna Huthmaker

In the hallway of my house, I have giant pieces of paper tacked up on the wall with a bag full of sharpies. Anytime I learn something, have a brilliant … Continue reading

January 4, 2015 · 1 Comment

Trip Report: Backpacking with the Trail Dames at Pine Mountain

By Jean Swann (Georgia Trail Dames) November of 2014 brought a wonderful flurry of backpacking trips! Pine Mountain was my destination for two weekends in a row. I had backpacked … Continue reading

December 12, 2014 · 5 Comments

“Dehydrating Helped Me Improve My Trail Meals” by Debbie Wroten

I never thought I would try to dehydrate my food for backpacking. It was so easy to go to the outfitter and buy Mountain House or some other packaged food. … Continue reading

December 10, 2014 · 9 Comments

“Who wants to lead a caving trip” by Catrina Timeus

“Who wants to lead a caving trip?” Anna said at my first Hike Leader meeting. I quickly volunteered, because as long as I could remember I have wanted to go … Continue reading

November 27, 2014 · 2 Comments

The AT Summer Series Through Maryland

Last winter, as I sat in my comfy chair, cat on my lap, dog at my feet, and a cup of hot coffee within reach, I began to plan the … Continue reading

November 21, 2014 · 8 Comments

“I slept at the feet of a giant last nite” by Michele Zehr

Michele Zehr is a member of the Trail Dames Board of Directors and she is also the head Dame of the Central Virginia Trail Dames. Michele’s trail name is Certain … Continue reading

October 13, 2014 · Leave a comment

“Where were all the curvy women” by Anna Huthmaker (aka Mud Butt)

I can remember where I was the first time I heard the words, “Appalachian Trail”.  I remember buying my first A.T. book and subsequently reading everything I could get my … Continue reading

September 17, 2014 · Leave a comment