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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
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- 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
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6 comments:
Good morning Gentlemen! I just wanted to let you know that your package of "food" lol should arrive at the post office on Friday, if you early to your stop. I cannot believe you have less than....I am guessing now......165 miles to go?????WOWOWOWOWOWOWOW!!! AMAZING!!!!!
Take Care!
Ms Pratt
Chad, you are amazing! We are all signed up for The Great Race! Can't believe you are going to run in our team triathlon the day after you get off the AT!
Hey!!! Just over a week to go til all-you-can eat-food, hot showers, fresh linens, clean chonies! Can't wait to smell you (really, kind of gross, huh) - Paul says it's pretty atrocious and Court had to clean out her car after her last slackpack adventure! See you soon!
Hey guys! Just wanted to wish you luck as you close in on the home stretch! We're so proud of you both! The seventh grade students can't wait for you to get back!
i havent had time to check the blog in a while. but glad to hear your almost done. good luck and have fun:=)
Great job, Mr. Devoe! You're almost done! We're so proud to know such an inspirational man!
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