So yesterday after 15 miles I came across a mysterious blue tent in
the middle of nowhere, NC. Every once in awhile on the AT you come
across random acts of kindness called "trail magic" and let me tell
you, I doubt this will be matched. I ate 4 veggie dogs as soon as I
got there but the big deal was the next morning. Not only did they
cook up massive omelets but gave us chai, juice, fruit, baked goods,
candy, lip balm, and even professional massages. It was amazing and
perfect because it was at the base of the first 5000 ct mountain on
the AT. Additional photos will be posted on whiteblaze.net under the
trail names repeat and tarheel.
The Appalachian Teacher
Learning America on the Appalachian Trail - a project of Groton Central Schools
The Project
Mr. DeVoe - 7th Grade Life Science Teacher
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From April 5th to August 5th 2009, I hiked the 2,175 mile Appalachian Trail (AT) with my friend Kevin and his dog Lucy. This blog highlights our adventures for the students of Groton and the rest of the world.
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Mail Drops
Thank you everyone that took the time to send us stuff on the trail. The letters and food were appreciated and added excitement to our days.
Help Us Help Others
For every mile Mr. DeVoe hikes, he will be donating a penny to the Groton environmental science club, Generation - Z. Kevin will be donating to The Nature Conservancy. If you are interested in helping either cause, please fill out the form below:
Thank you to all that donated. Cumulative Mileage Since Springer: 2,175
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Links of Relavence
Pack List
- Pack - Osprey Aether 70
- Boots - Salomon XA Pro 3D Ultra GTX
- Tent - MSR Hubba Hubba
- Stove - MSR Whisperlite International
- Sleeping Bag - EMS Velocity 35
- Sleeping Bag Liner - Sea to Summit Silk Liner
- Rain Jacket - EMS
- Hiking Poles - Komperdell Mountaineer
- Apple iPhone w/ PowerSlider case
- Water Purifier - Katadyn Hiker
- Solar Charger - Brunton SolarRoll 9
- Thermarest Pro Lite 3
- Headlamp - Petzl Tikka Plus LED
- Bear Canister
- Nylon Rope - 50ft
- Buff Headband
- First-aid Kit
- Toothpaste/brush
- Soap - Dr Bronners
- Duct Tape
- Knife - Cutco Clip Point (Donated by Cutco Corp.)
- Leatherman
- Matches/Lighter
- Pepper Spray (for bears and hillbilies)
- Foldable Bowl w/Spork - Sea to Summit
- Ziplock Bags
- Journal with pen
- Trail Databook/AT Companion Guide
- Fleece Hat
- Chapstick - Burt's Beeswax
- Camelback Water Bladder @ 1.5L
- Nalgene x 2 @ .75L
- Sock Liners - 3 Pair
- Wool Socks - 4 Pair
- Crocs
- Pack Cover - Sea to Summit
Blog Archive
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- The Deep Forest
- Snakes
- Fire!
- MotionX GPS Track: Spring Mtn to Hemlock Hollow
- My GPS Position
- This morning at 8 Kevin's friend Ryan dropped the ...
- Kevin and Lucy
- My GPS Position
- This was the view from my tent last night. I kept ...
- MotionX GPS Track: Max Patch to Lemon Gap
- Update
- People
- Goodbye Smokies
- 12seconds iPhone Video Notification
- Smokies Recap
- The Smokies
- Field test
- A new start
- Welcome Back
- Hello GES!
- Fwd: MotionX GPS Track: Neels gap to Low gap
- Huge Day
- This is tonight's shelter. Looks like a picture ou...
- Big Day
- Trail Magic
- Goodbye Georgia
- Hi everyone. Today was a low point. I woke up on t...
- 6:00
- 5:40
- Clouds rolling over the hills of northern Georgia.
- Just a quick update from my tent. Hiked 11 miles t...
- Day 4
- Hi everyone! Sorry...I thought I posted the previ...
- Sunday around 2pm after 8 miles of hiking I got to...
- Hi Groton Elementary! It's 10am and we just start...
- Just arrived in philly after a very bumpy ride fro...
- Goodbye Groton
- Groton Elementary
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10 comments:
Dear Mr. DeVoe,
Be well and enjoy your excellent adventure. Return safely to Groton with wonderful experiances, stories and great memories.
-Mom and Dad D'Antonio
Sounds like you have been getting some good food lately. The "trail magic" is great - what a nice gesture! Are the shin splints better - must be to be able to walk 15 miles. Hopefully the weather has improved. Happy Easter and our thoughts are with you.
Mr. DeVoe,
Met you at the Trail Magic Breakfast at Deep Gap while hiking with my buddy Rick. The photo from the top of Standing Indian turned out great!
I've shown your blog to my 10 year old son. So, we'll be following your progress on the trail.
Good luck and stay healthy,
Jason
Powder Springs, GA
wow that is great!
you are almost 5% done!!!!
That is fantastic. The Goodwin Boys were excited to read your post this morning. We look forward to your next update. Stay safe.
Keith
Hi Mr. Devoe,
We had Easter dinner at our house, and the Whole family checked out this site. They were very impressed.
"Trail magic", Wow, people can be truly amazing. It sounds like it was just what you needed.
Wishing you great adventures,
Mrs.Shurtleff and Family (P.S. Take a Hike! lol)
Wow! That's great! We're following your progress and cheering you on!
Mr. Devoe, it's good people helped you out and gave you that stuff.
- Sam R.
P.S. What is chai?
Hey Mr Devoe Lets hope more "trail magic" comes your way
Chad, this is a great website. Nice work! It was great meeting you and sharing the Trail Magic experience with you. Good luck the rest of the way.
Rick Morris
Hiram, GA
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