Yesterday my parents met us in CT for a meal, new shoes, and a motel.
It was nice seeing them after over 3 months. Courtney and Koda have
also been hiking with us for the past week and they took her back to
her car in NY on their way home. Thanks again guys!
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
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- The end is near
- Moose
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- Welcome to Maine
- Taking in the sights.
- Goodbye NH
- 6,288ft
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- New Hampshire
- Maine Junction
- MotionX-GPS Track: The Green Mtns
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- Blog
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4 comments:
We are all watching Kevin take care of his wedgie....no, we are looking at Lucy. haha
P.S Have a safe trip!!! Talk to you later.
Love,
Mom and Dad
It was great coming to see you all! Chad, we are glad we were able to be a part of your journey. Courtney, thanks for helping Chad so much, both on and off the trail, and enabling him to accomplish this goal of completing the AT. And Kevin, what a great guy and a sweet dog! Lucy is a seasoned hiker - just love the way she waits for you to put on her backpack. We are so very proud of you all - what an accomplishment! Thank-you Groton School District for your support, and letting this experience happen, and to all the students for sending care packages. We know Mr. DeVoe will have much to give back to the students and school district in return for all the support.
Chad- It was great meeting up with you and Kevin again. You both amaze and inspire me with your optimistic attitude and ability to get up every day and hike all day long for 4.5 months in any condition: rain, hunger, bugs, poison ivy, humidity, etc. I can't wait to meet you at the end!
Gary and Sandy- Thanks SO much for meeting us! It was a HUGE help to get a ride back to my car... I don't know what I would have done otherwise! It was nice to see you both again too!
Kevin 1500 miles... still looking a little pudgy!
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