Blog Posts
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On Enjoying Winter Hiking (part 3 clothing)
This is part 3 of a series about how I learned to enjoy hiking in the winter.
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On Enjoying Winter Hiking (part 2)
How I Learned To Actually Enjoy Hiking In Winter, Part 2: Preparation
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On Enjoying Winter Hiking
I am not a warm natured person. If everyone else in a room is hot, I am probably quite comfortable. My body simply does not generate much heat. Basically, my internal furnace – is an icebox. So for me, the absolute hardest part of hiking in the winter, by far, is pulling myself away from
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On Togetherness
Schooling is about separation. Home education allows, even encourages, togetherness.
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On Socialization
“What About Socialization?” I thought this question had finally been put to rest. Yet here it was again. An acquaintance (a former teacher) was concerned about a homeschooled family member who does not get to spend a lot of time with friends. “Their family is not in a group like yours.” After a little more
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Dead Man Branch Trail
The Dead Man Branch Trail is a hidden gem. It offers nature immersion, a little history, and moderate exercise.
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Opossum Creek Falls Trail
The Opossum Creek Falls Trail in northwestern South Carolina is a beautiful, quiet hike featuring a sandy beach and a secluded waterfall.
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On Snake Bite Kits
Here in Northeast Georgia, it is not uncommon to see snakes. I have seen black snakes, ring-necked snakes, red bellied snakes, Northern water snakes, and other non-venomous varieties of this creature – both on trail and off. Of the venomous varieties, rattlesnakes and copperheads are the most common here in the mountains. I have yet
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On Testing Gear
I recently watched this video by Dixie of Homemade Wanderlust. Dixie began backpacking several years ago with an AT thru-hike. Since then, she has gone on to complete the Triple Crown as well as many other trails in the US and abroad. She is quite a celebrity in the thru-hiking community. Even with all those accomplishments she