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October 1, 1983, 43 years ago today: After crossing Pollywog Stream on a logging road bridge, the AT proceeded to Rainbow Stream, which it followed for a good distance upstream.

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October 1, 1983, 43 years ago today: After crossing Pollywog Stream on a logging road bridge, the AT proceeded to Rainbow Stream, which it followed for a good distance upstream.
Snow Mesa, which is on the southern edge of the La Garita Wilderness in Segment 21, is entirely above 12,000 feet.
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October 1, 1983, 43 years ago today: The first day of October in the North Maine Woods was a warm one — even warmer than yesterday. It was not even a bit chilly when I awoke. The trail today was rugged for this flat lake country.
What's your trail breakfast? I like oatmeal, but not every day. It's lightweight and filling. Taking time to cook breakfast forces me to take a moment and enjoy the experience. Sometimes getting moving is more important. #backpacking #hiking #sectionhiking #outdooradventures
Mama and baby bear sighting in Washington Cascades on Sunday.
These two reportedly marauded a campsite a couple thousand feet above this spot the day before. /1
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September 30, 1983, 43 years ago today: After the shelter, the AT descended for a half-mile to Pemadumcook Lake, which was even bigger than Lower Jo-Mary.
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September 30, 1983, 43 years ago today: There was no third consecutive night hike yesterday, but I did not miss it by much. At 6:20, the Appalachian Trail passed a small peninsula thrust into an enormous expanse of water.
Very excited for my debut as a podcast guest. Thank you Paddy, for the opportunity to join you on Busted Knees and Pretty Trees! I admit, I'm a bit nervous. Can't wait.
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New episode drops tomorrow! @primetimehiker.bsky.social joins me to talk backpacking, thru-hiking, trail life, gear, what it's like being a woman on trail, and how she's inspiring thousands to start their own adventure! Don't miss it!
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September 29, 1983, 43 years ago today: The higher slopes of Boardman were decked out mostly in the dusky teals of a spruce-fir forest, but streaks of color added bright accents.
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September 29, 1983, 43 years ago today: A relatively-level ridge walk led to Mountain View Pond. Across the small, crystal-clear lake, Boardman Mountain’s slopes were aflame with fall colors.
I hiked 6.5 miles in 2.5 hours today without a break. Good workout. Also got in some good practice with the Avenza hiking app, which I am evaluating for future backpacking trips.
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September 28, 1983, 43 years ago today: At the bottom of the long descent from the Chairback range was the second-biggest water ford on the Appalachian Trail: the West Branch of the Pleasant River.
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September 28, 1983, 43 years ago today: The climb of Chairback Mountain was easy, and an expanse of craggy, buckled slate gray rock cliffs around the summit had the best views of the entire range.
Got to go Backpacking in and around Grand Teton National Park this weekend!
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September 27, 1983, 43 years ago today: The Appalachian Trail continued eastward along a humpy and hummocky ridge. It traveled a rugged course with constant sharp ups and downs through high, windswept forests.
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September 27, 1983, 43 years ago today: The trail’s first breakout from the woods was about halfway up the mountain at the top of Barren Slide, where fractured slate cliffs trailed a jumble of boulders far down the mountainside,
😂 Lawdy, that is funny 😂
Have you been Mitch?
Or the friend who took Mitch on the 29 mile hike?
Or both?
🤫 I have been both 🤭😆
DYK: LUE Outdoors has done two collabs with Kula Cloth (original video poster) 😍 linktr.ee/lueoutdoorsllc #hiking #backpacking #hikingmeme #memes #meme #jokes
Looking for a multi day adventure, what about a trip to the Forest of Dean, Monnow Valley and the Wye Valley
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