Here is a picture of Maine Junction, the place where the Long Trail
and AT split. We continued east after here and are heading toward New
Hampshire. We've been fortunate enough to slackpack for a few days now
and are covering over 20 miles a day. Mr Giroux is still here and
holding up well.
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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- My GPS Position
- Maine
- The end is near
- Moose
- Lucy
- Welcome to Maine
- Taking in the sights.
- Goodbye NH
- 6,288ft
- MotionX-GPS Track: Franconia Ridge
- Here is the view from yesterday's first peak of th...
- The White Mountains
- New Hampshire
- Maine Junction
- MotionX-GPS Track: The Green Mtns
- My GPS Position
- Vermont
- My GPS Position
- Blog
- Trees
- Cookies
- Things are better today. We just crossed over the ...
- A Test
- Help
- Happy 4th of July
- MotionX GPS Track: Kent, CT - Rt. 4
- Family
- Mail Drop
- My GPS Position
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14 comments:
Congrats Guys... it seems like the comments have died off the last couple weeks.
nice Beards
Hi Gentlemen! Glad you are all doing well. 500 miles, what a milestone. I just wanted to let you know I am sending you a care package with the help of my hiking friend Emily for the Aug 2nd pick-up! WAY TO GO!!!
Ms. Pratt
This is Awesome! Not too much further. The question is... Will the beards stay or go when you are done with the trail???? Way to go guys!
My dad says you should just walk home when you're done. When I told him that's not an option, he called you a wuss.
You guys look great and sound just as good. I saw Courtney this afternoon when she was trying out her new kayaks. Looking forward to seeing you too. You're really heading into the finish here!
Congrats on state 13! New average to finish by August 15th (442.3 miles in 31 days): 14.2 miles!
do you ever get lost or were you able to stay on the trail the whole time? any back tracking?
good luck!
You both look so happy in this picture!!! You are really cruising! Hi to Giroux.
Let me know when you want to have a "welcome back" picnic at Otisco. It will be soon.
I am dropping a package in the mail for the 23rd. think it will get there in time? If not I will send it to Maine!
Cant wait for some Fire poi with that hairy beard!
Are you going to walk everywhere you go now?
Nice beards.
I just stumbled upon this blog and I am super impressed. You are an inspiration, especially to your students. Keep up the great work!
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