Cheryl McCormick writes: In a few weeks I will take the first of millions of steps to cover 2187 miles on the Appalachian Trail. Well, who knows how far I will get. I am on schedule though, to leave as planned on my 63rd birthday, April 5th. My pack is ready; with winter clothes and 4 days of food it weighs 24 pounds. I have attached a photo of myself with all of my gear. This was taken in October during a shake-down hike in … [Read more...]
One woman’s journey to walk the Appalacian Trail
Peggy Daly-Masternak writes from Toledo, OH USA to support her Friend Cheryl... I would like to introduce you to the creative venture of my friend, Cheryl McCormick, in her upcoming project to thru-hike the Appalachian Trail in the eastern US states (14 states in all!) over the course of six months, give or take, beginning on her 63rd birthday, April 5, 2013. I googled women +backpacking +blog and found my way to your site. I enjoy what you are … [Read more...]
