Yesterday my cousin Jon met us on the trail for a couple days. Last
night Kevin, Jon, Mr Giroux, Lucy and myself marched through Hanover,
NH and turned a couple heads as we hiked along the streets and
eventually retreated back into the woods to find a camp spot. Hanover
is a cool little town (home of Dartmouth College). We should be
entering the White Mountains in a day or two.
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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9 comments:
Hey Jon,
Good to see you were able to join Chad, Kevin and Lucy on the trail! Hopefully you can convince Chad to get a haircut like yours when he is done! (ha) Enjoy the walk and time together.
Jon- You're wearing the wrong shirt for the AT ("BIKE"). Good luck!!!
Are you wearing a kilt?
i think they were just jealous of your totally awesomerific beard and mustache combo. either that or you look like a hobo with a backpack :3
But a totally cool hobo!
Have fun in the mountains! Yodel yodel!
Your almost done!!!!! moohaha....ha!
-Alissa
once you get home, how long do you think you will be stinky for?
I bet you hit 15000 viewers by the time you are done
you should have todated a penny per viewer during your voyage.
I see the picture and I think, "Wow, Mr. Giroux looks a bit different," and then I read it's your cousin....but does he have a white streak like Mr. Giroux or am I going batty from fun this weekend?
So you're a little too wild for civilization? And, at a college town? Whew! You guys must be real mountain men!!
yo mr devoe no offense but SHAVE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! if i was in school right now i would but im not so sorry but any way keep hikeing and stay heathy and dont give up peace!
From jake howell
Hi Mr. Devoe, I stumbled upon this link while searching for a job as an elementary teacher position. My 10 year old son and I have completed 100 of the Finger Lakes Trails 568 miles and we love it. It was very enjoyable to read about your journey. I would love to contact you in the future for a few tips about planning longer journeys. so far we have maxed out at 4 days and 3 nights at a pop. By the way, you have got to try out Hennesseys Hammock tents-they are to die for! lol
Larry Silba
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