We have a teacher at Groton named Mr Gambitta who has been teaching
for about 45 years. He always makes a point in being a part of all of
the positive activities at school whether it be the musical, sporting
events, prom, etc. When he heard about this trip he wrote to CutCo
Knife Company to ask if they'd be willing to donate a knife for the
trip. They did, along with a custom engraving. I've used it quite a
bit but most recently was for some trail magic we received yesterday.
We stumbled upon a bag hanging from a tree with a whole pineapple and
drinks. Thanks Mr Gambitta and CutCo.
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.
AT Podcasting
AT Vodcasting
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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2009
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May
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- Video of the Trail
- Entering Shenandoah
- Shenandoah
- Trees
- MotionX GPS Track: USFS38 - US60
- Virginia (still)
- Trail Magic
- My GPS Position
- No title
- Company
- McAfee's Knob
- 700 miles in
- Big Day
- My GPS Position
- Sunsets
- MotionX GPS Track: Rice Field - Symms Gap
- Italian Dinner
- Greetings from Pearisburg, VA
- Hi Groton Elementary! I'm sorry it's been awhile ...
- New Boots
- Pastures
- My GPS Position
- Scenery
- My GPS Position
- Science
- Salamanders
- Virginia
- My GPS Position
- What a surprise! Mrs Filzen sent me a birthday ca...
- Night Hike
- My GPS Position
- Walking through a Rhododendron forest on a misty d...
- History
- Care Packages
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- Hi Everyone,I wanted to take a couple seconds to a...
- Math
- Backpacker Magazine named this stretch of the AT a...
- My GPS Position
- Mail Drop!
- Erwin, TN
- Message from Skoob
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9 comments:
I love the idea of the trail magic. What a great way to make someone's day. Mr. Gambitta sure knows how to do that too!
You're looking pretty lean. I bet there's not an ounce of fat on you at this point. (Wish I could say the same!)
Mr. Gambitta is the man! Thats pretty awsome to find a pineapple in such a random place. Hope things are good man. We are sending out another package on Thursday, going to send it to the June 3 place. Good luck
Johnny
Hi Mr. DeVoe- this is Mrs. Gamel's 2nd grade class. Have you seen any more bears and snakes? We also want to know if you caught any more fish. Go Mr. DeVoe- you can do it! May more trail magic come your way!
As I look outside, it looks like you have some weather coming your way. It is supposed to be like this for the next few days. I hope to see you in a few days.
Ned R.
Hay Mr.DeVoe hows the trail so far?
Me and my family seen a HUGE snake in our backyard yestarday.
We think it mite of been just a gardenar snake.
But it was pritty big!
Keep safe and have fun!!!!!!!!!!!!!:-]
Mr. DeVoe,
Mr. Gambitta is a nice man. Science is okay but its still not the same without you :(. I'm glad to see that you are doing well and haveing fun on your hike. We all miss you and wish you were back here in Groton :(. I hope you stay safe and dont get attacked by hillbilles :) lol. Oh yeaa you got to tell Mr. Rafferty when you get to the ice cream eating part. We really hope we can do it with you. I wish you luck and have fun!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
~Nicole... 8th period science.
Hi its me Andrew Ferris from Mr.D' Class. It is cool that cutco piched in and sent a knife.Well on Friday it is my Birthday.And have you found any interesting plant life and animals?
YAY for random pineapples! Hope you are having fun! We miss u a lot and wish you were back in Groton. Hope you dont get attacked/mugged by some hillbillie!
Alissa
wow that is a big rock above your head.
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