I think I'm at the end of regular postings. We are entering the White
Mountains in New Hampshire where it is very remote and cell phone
service is rare. I will still post as much as possible but this is my
first good signal in a couple days. The views have been great though
and I'm looking forward to the next couple days even though this is
supposedly the hardest stretch on the whole AT. This is a porcupine
that Lucy was flirting with the other day. Luckily she didn't get any
closer.
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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7 comments:
Good luck in the mountains!!! You rock! (No pun intended).
Chad,
...saw Bob Dylan, John Mellencamp, and Willie Nelson in Syracuse last night. Grass Roots the days before...had two college friends in town with me. ...in short-life is good! Connie and I missed you at Grass Roots this year. Thursday was spectacular-Connie said Sunday was too. We saw Courtney (sp) a couple of times. Although she misses you, she is holding up well. ...say hello to Kevin for me, and finish strong.
Peace!
THE END OF REGULAR POSTING! DUHN DUHN DUH!
We should not be scared of porcupines, they just need a hug! And if you hug them from the front while pushing the quills down i think you should be safe :3
Have fun climbing mountains.
I once met a person who told me mountains are symbolic of life.
I think of them as pretty hunks of rock.
Looks like you got pretty close to that porcupine! Doesn't it shoot quills?!
So coooooooooooooooooooooool. I don't think I've ever seen one for real. Wow! And, I'd rather Lucy doesn't see one any closer, nor Benny for that matter!
Enjoy the views. You guys are incredible.
take the spikes off and it would look cute
omg:) smiley face. great job mr. devo
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