As long as he stays the happy boy I know and love, I will keep fighting for him. But if he ever starts to suffer, becomes so sick that he is no longer enjoying his life, i will not prolong his agony for my benefit. I will let him go.

Hike Light, Hike Far, Hike Often. On June 30, 2017. Ten years ago today, I finished my through-hike of the Appalachian Trail. Since then, more than 7000 people. If even one in ten through hikes is as life changing as mine was, I think it would be a good development for the world. Trail Maintenance for Lightweight Backpackers. On May 26, 2017.

I love adventure and I thank the good Lord for giving me the opportunity to experience so much of it. Some content is meant for me and those close to me. Other content is meant to be used as a resource or inspiration for your own adventures. However you spend your time here, I hope you enjoy it. Friday, June 19, 2015.

Why Writers are like Gandalf. Originally posted on The Overactive Imagination. Of course thinking about Gandalf got me thinking about writing again and I realized there were a few similarities between writers and this great wizard.

Rural sensibilities for a changing world- ramblings on conservation, recreation, politics, history, life, family, the Ice Age Trail and more. Sunday, February 22, 2015. Greedy people are using a budget deficit to dismantle the things that make our civilization civilized. The result would be a transfer of wealth from the middle class to rich overlords. A similar problem was addressed in Pedestrian View in 2011.

Middot; Leave a Comment. After 14 years, 10s of 1000s sold, and a dedicated legion of users the world over, we decided it was time for a change. But how do we improve a classic? Simple.