November 5, 2017
Amicalola Falls State Park, Georgia
The seasons come and go. I've recently started a new season in my life and there is no better time for an adventure. I started the Appalachian Trial this afternoon and I couldn't have chosen a better time because the trail was canvased with the orange and yellow colors of fall. The Appalachian Trail runs from Springer Mountain in Georgia to Mount Katahoin in Maine. The trail covers a total of 2,108.5 miles and it's an achievement that takes months of dedicated hiking and only a few have completed. I started near the check-in station at Amicalola Falls and took the approach trail to the waterfall. The next leg will be the 8.5 mile approach trail from Amicalola Falls to Springer Mountain.
October 20, 2018
Blood Mountain, Georgia
Blood Mountain is the highest peak on the Georgia section of the Appalachian Trial with an elevation of 4,458 feet. The overlook at this peak offers one of Georgia's most iconic views. I made this hike with Kaitlyn in October as the North Georgia leaves were beginning to change. It's a moderate hike with lots of rocks along the trail. We finished the hike between two rain showers so the leaves were wet and the woods were silent. For us, hiking is not just an activity but food for the soul. A very special bond and relationship was gained at the top of this mountain.
November 3, 2018Springer Mountain, Georgia
Springer Mountain marks the Southern Terminus of the Appalachian Trial. The summit reaches 3,780 feet and is frequented by hikers from around the world. Kaitlyn and I made the drive through the Blue Ridge mountains and quickly hiked to the overlook. The trail is light so we decided to return via the Benton MacKaye Trail.
