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Continue reading →: The Road to Wolverine State: Gear & FuelingPreparing for a 100-miler isn’t just about logging endless mileage. It is an all-encompassing puzzle of physical conditioning, mental stamina, gear testing, and logistics. A strategic adventure. Here is a look inside how I planned for running the Wolverine State 100.
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Continue reading →: A Millennium Meadows Marathon AttemptThere are few things more frustrating than spending all year training, sticking to your plan, and when it comes to race day, the weather turns on you, and the race is cancelled. That’s how things went for Dustin and me during our attempt to complete the Millennium Meadows Marathon in…
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Continue reading →: Chasing the Finish: All Paws on the Ground 5KIt isn’t too often that I spontaneously sign up for a race, but when two friends messaged me about the All Paws on the Ground 5K that was happening the very next day, I couldn’t pass up the opportunity for Dakota and me to run another 5K together!
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Continue reading →: Silver FallsSilver Falls isn’t the most impressive waterfall in the U.P. but still has beauty and charm.
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Continue reading →: Finding Northwoods Quiet at Van Riper State ParkFew things bring me more joy than an extended weekend in one of the beautiful state parks in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. There is a shift that happens the second you cross over the Mackinac Bridge and into the U.P. The air gets a little cooler, the pines smell a little…
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Continue reading →: Completing the Summer Trail Fest Ultra 50MThis was my first time participating in the Summer Trail Fest Ultra at Sleepy Hollow State Park in Laingsburg, Michigan. The race offers a 5-mile distance, a half-marathon, a 50K, and rucking options. But I was here for their brand-new, inaugural 50-mile distance. Summer is not my favorite season to…
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Continue reading →: Visiting Helton Creek Falls in GeorgiaHelton Creek Falls was a spontaneous stop for me on my journey through northern Georgia, and I am so happy I found it. If you’re looking for a beautiful waterfall with very little hiking effort, Helton Creek Falls needs to be on your list. This spot delivers two stunning waterfalls…
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Continue reading →: Summiting Blood Mountain: A Taste of the Appalachian TrailFor as long as I can remember, I have loved the idea of hiking on the Appalachian Trail (AT). It is a hiker’s dream. The chance to explore what feels like endless miles of rugged singletrack through multiple states, deep within the wildest areas of the country. While a months-long…
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Continue reading →: A Cozy Cabin Stay Vogel State Park in GeorgiaEvery once in a while, I find a place that is truly special. A place where, shortly after I leave, I’m already daydreaming of my return trip. Vogel State Park in Georgia is one of those places.
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Continue reading →: My Day of Adventure at Cumberland Falls State Park, KentuckyI’ve driven through and camped in Kentucky multiple times, but have never taken the time to stop and explore Cumberland Falls State Park. This time was different. This time, I intentionally stopped so I could discover the beauty of this Corbin, Kentucky gem.
