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Route 66 Day 1: Chicago

Attractions, Historical Site
Route 66 Day 1 began with the excitement of spending the entire day in Chicago, ready to explore the historic start of America’s legendary highway ...
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Route 66 Passport Stamp Locations

One of my favorite things about traveling Route 66 was collecting those unique ink stamps at different stops along the way; they’re the perfect keepsake ...
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Route 66 Itinerary – 40 Days of Highway Wanderlust

Bucket Lists, Scenic Drives
Our Route 66 itinerary is the perfect way to celebrate the 100th anniversary of this iconic highway if you’re planning the ultimate American road trip ...
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BougeRV PC35 Portable Camping Air Conditioner Review

BougeRV PC35 Portable Camping Air Conditioner Review

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Planning a Route 66 Road Trip? Meet the Ultimate Route 66 Travel Journal & Logbook

Planning a Route 66 Road Trip? Meet the Ultimate Route 66 Travel Journal & Logbook

Planning a Route 66 road trip is almost as much fun as actually hitting the road. There are quirky roadside attractions to find, historic motels ...
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Getting Our Kicks on Route 66 – ANNOUNCEMENT

Route 66 turns 100 years old this year, and we will be getting our kicks on it for 4-6 weeks! The plan is to stay ...
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Pinhoti Trail #40: Dennis Mill TH to Northern Terminus

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Reaching the Dennis Mill Trailhead was bittersweet; it meant I only had about 40 (ish) more miles left. From here to the Northern Terminus is ...
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Pinhoti Trail #39: Cave Spring to Snake Creek Gap

Hiking Trails
Well, I made it back to the Pinhoti Trail. Suspenders is shuttling me around to finish the last 80-ish miles. I am breaking it up ...
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Appalachian Trail: Rocky Ridge, Origional Halfway Marker & Boiling Springs Area

Appalachian Trail: Rocky Ridge, Origional Halfway Marker & Boiling Springs Area

I began at Fuller Lake and headed to my first POI, which was Pole Steeple, where I somehow got on the WRONG blue-blazed trail. It ...
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Appalachian Trail: Halfway Marker, Pine Grove, and a Murder

Appalachian Trail: Halfway Marker, Pine Grove, and a Murder

Cemetery, Historical Site, Latest From The Trail, Military History
Today's section was actually split into several days and involved hitting the halfway point (although not my halfway point) and tracing the steps of a ...
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Appalachian Trail: Pennsylvania Begins— Mt. Dunlop & Snowy Mountain Fire Towers

Appalachian Trail: Pennsylvania Begins— Mt. Dunlop & Snowy Mountain Fire Towers

Fire Towers, Historical Site, Latest From The Trail, Military History
I didn't technically begin Pennsylvania today, but I want to keep the blog posts aligned with NOBO miles and make it easier to follow along ...
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Seeking Appalachian Trail History & Stories

My hike has had a plot twist. Now I need your Appalachian Trail history & stories. See below on how to submit them to me! ...
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BODEGA 79QT 12V Electric Cooler Review

BODEGA 79QT 12V Electric Cooler Review

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Appalachian Trail #42: Top Secret Stuff & an Iconic Shelter - Mile 971 - 980.8

Appalachian Trail #42: Top Secret Stuff & an Iconic Shelter – Mile 971 – 980.8

Historical Site
Started off with a short up and over before coming across some SSS (Secret Squirrel Shit), stopped by the iconic Denton shelter, met several thru-hikers ...
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Appalachian Trail #41: Another Plane Crash Site & I Almost Died

Appalachian Trail #41: Another Plane Crash Site & I Almost Died

Hiked to another plane crash site, passed an old cemetery and the W.J. Mayo Homeplace...oh and I almost died as well. NOBO Section: Mile 857.2 ...
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