Category Archives: Appalachian Trail

The Hero of 1923

Posted on September 13, 2022 by sdbowling

He did not have to do it, but Eugene Hyden jumped in the river. A look at his heroic actions that saved a life in 1923. Continue reading →

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2020 Sheltowee Challenge Hike 1

Posted on January 11, 2020 by sdbowling

Northern Terminus to Morehead Yep, I am at it again.  The Sheltowee Trace has such a draw that I keep coming back. I decided to go to Morehead to support the hikers doing the 2020 Challenge.  I loaded my pack … Continue reading →

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Much Better Than Dreams

Posted on May 31, 2016 by sdbowling

A start to my second round of Appalachian Trail hiking. Continue reading →

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A Smell to Remember

Posted on January 20, 2016 by sdbowling

I am not sure how far that poor little mouse had to travel after I hit him, but he brought in the reinforcements. The signs posted near the summit warned me, but I did not really think too much about … Continue reading →

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One day and then go.

Posted on November 4, 2015 by sdbowling

zI write this little message on Tuesday night (November 3). On Wednesday night, I will leave for Georgia and should be on the trail by midday Thursday to begin my little adventure. I spent some time tonight to review and … Continue reading →

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Saturdays in the Fog

Posted on September 28, 2015 by sdbowling

It has become a passion.  Something I think about and work at in my spare hours.  I love hiking- every element of hiking.  The time in the woods, the quiet of the solitude, the crunch of the leaves, the wildlife, … Continue reading →

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