Trail Mama Hikes

06/01/2025

When you change the way you look at things, the things you look at change ~ Wayne Dyer

Trail Magic and Hiking on the Appalachian Trail this weekend with Kip Beegle Captain and Mitchell Lohr ! I am loving this year!

💜, Trail Mama

05/30/2025

Have you hiked on the North Country Trail in PA? I am participating in the A100 next weekend ~ I would love your insight!

05/30/2025

Tell me your TRAIL MAGIC stories!!!

05/27/2025

Let's meet Annemarie Athey!!! Annemarie is one of the most mentally tough women I know! Her very first backpacking trip was a yo-yo hike on the Laurel Highlands Hiking Trail! She covered 140 miles on her very first trip! She found me on the LHHT Facebook group. And asked a lot of questions. She has covered lots of ground since ~ including the Appalachian Trail, the Tuscarora Trail, and Trails all across the world! I am so impressed!

Her words ~
"I count my blessings that I was introduced to Trail Mama before embarking on my adventure on the Laurel Highlands Hiking Trail. A newbie to backpacking at the time, I was out of my comfort zone when Trail Mama showed up, like trail magic often does, at just the right time. She offered me down booties, KT tape which she knowledgeably applied, along with words of encouragement and a belief in my ability to achieve my goal, which even I didn’t hold at the time. Since that first encounter, I’ve had the pleasure of hiking with Trail Mama on multiple trails and given her the words of encouragement, she once gave me when she completed her thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail (at an incredible speed ta-boot!). Trail Mama is a gem of a human, committed to Leave No Trace principles and passionate about helping others get outside and onto a trail. A hike with her is a hike that will leave your heart full, your boots muddy and a smile on your face."

Annemarie, I look forward to following all your adventures!!! Keep going! Keep dreaming! Keep exploring! Keep being who you are!
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05/27/2025

Let's meet Magalie Hurtubise !!! We met in 2020 on the Appalachian Trail in GA. Covid affected the AT as well ~ many had to get off the trail and post poke their long awaited journey. Magalie went back in 2021 to complete the AT! She has a fierce determination and mindset! Mindset is so important ~ it must be strong to complete such challenges.

Her words ~
"I met Trail Mama during my Appalachian Trail thru-hike in 2020 through mutual friends. Her kindness, joyful spirit, and adventurous soul left a vivid impression on me. Whether crossing paths on the trail or relaxing together at camp after a long day, she had a special way of lifting everyone's spirits. I was particularly inspired by her strength and quick wit. When she noticed my water system wasn’t working properly—at the time, I was still new to backpacking—she selflessly gifted me a CNOC bag, even though we had only known each other for a couple of days. Her thoughtful gesture perfectly illustrates her generosity and caring nature. Experienced, knowledgeable, and genuinely inspiring, Trail Mama is someone I wholeheartedly recommend!"

Magalie, I have loved following you! Your spirit is phenomenal! I hope our paths cross again.
💜, Trail Mama

05/25/2025

The AFT Training Tale ~
May 24, 2025 ~
42 miles ~

This year is full of challenges! The A100 (a 50 hour 100 mile self supported hiking challenge on the North Country Trail), the Crucible Hike (a 70 mile 3 day backpacking challenge on the LHHT to raise funds for the Veterans Leadership Program), the Sprint Triathlon, the Baker Trail 50 miler, and biking the GAP & C&O Canal Trails (334 miles) in 3 days ~ are my big ones for 2025. Last weekend, I had the opportunity to backpack on the Allegheny Front Trail with Jen. The wheels started turning this week as I pondered giving the trail a try in 1 push. I decided on Wednesday to go after this goal!

Saturday timeline
330 am alarm sounds.
405 am on the road.
535 am arrive at trailhead.
540 am start hiking.
945 pm arrive at car.
1000 pm start drive home.
1150 pm arrive home.

The Allegheny Front Trail is a 42 mile loop in the Moshannon State Forest, near Philipsburg. It is beautiful! The trail is full of water ~ wet feet will be had! There are some rocky areas. There are some smooth areas. The weather was cool, it misted rain several times throughout the day. I began in a tank top, long sleeve shirt, and puffy jacket ~ low 40s! Within 2 miles, I had switched to the tank top and rain jacket. I fueled well ~ larabars, homemade quinoa with veggies, cashews, almonds, chocolate, mango, pretzels, tailwind. I saw people at the end of the day at several different camps, otherwise a lonely day. This was a great experience! I will do it again!
💜, Trail Mama

05/25/2025

Made it! Allegheny Front Trail ~ 42 miles ~ about 16 hours! Woohoo!

05/24/2025

25.3 in! Over half way!!!

05/24/2025

Adventure Time!!!

05/23/2025

Woohoo! My email ~
[email protected] is working!!! Technology is AMAZING ~ and WOW I have a lot to learn! I am so grateful for GREAT FRIENDS who use their talents and abilities to help others!
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05/22/2025

Join the Summer Daily Mile Challenge by joining this group. https://www.facebook.com/groups/1195119195254273

Send a message to learn more

05/21/2025

Hey guys! Would you like to join a group for a Summer Daily Mile Challenge ~ Memorial Day to Labor Day? The challenge is to walk or run 1 mile every day. Posting daily in the group is encouraged because accountability is AN avenue that can help you be successful! At the end of the challenge ~ you will have covered 99 miles! Please send me a message if you'd like to join!