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25/07/2025

🌿 What’s in a Trail Name? 🌿

🥾On the Appalachian Trail, trail names are a tradition—and we wear them as a badge of honor! They’re often earned through personality quirks, stories, or funny moments on trail.

I became “Droplet” during my 2022 AT thru-hike after my things kept dropping off my pack as I was hiking. I lost my umbrella, my rain jacket, my hat, my pepper spray, and more because I didn't do a good job of lashing things onto my pack. Thankfully, the trail community is awesome, and many of my belongings were found and returned to me along the way. I was named Droplet, and it still reminds me to do better at tying things onto the outside of my pack :)

Whether it’s a nod to nature or a funny mishap, your trail name tells your story. Have you earned a trail name on the AT? Share it in the comments 👇

📸 Photo: Me, on my thru-hike in 2022, with WAY too much stuff hanging off my pack! 😆

24/07/2025

🥾What Does It Take to Be an Appalachian Trail Thru-Hiker? 🌄

Conquering the AT as a thru-hiker takes more than just the right gear! It takes a special kind of personality to spend 5-7 months backpacking through the mountains, in rain, snow, freezing temps, blistering heat, bugs, mud, and pain.

Do you have what it takes?

💪Grit : Pushing through rain, tough climbs, and long days with determination, when you're hungry, tired, and hurting.

⛈Adaptability : Embracing the weather, trail surprises, and personal challenges with a flexible mindset. You have to be able to roll with the punches and take it day by day.

🥾Resilience : Bouncing back from injuries, bad weather, or tough days with unwavering determination. Embrace the suck and keep hiking.

😊Optimism : Finding joy in small moments—sunrises, trail magic, or a cozy campsite. Always look for the silver lining.

Join Wildwood Hiking Company’s guided AT trips to build the skills and spirit of a thru-hiker! Ready for the challenge?

22/07/2025

Have you seen our incredible trips and felt that spark to explore backpacking yourself next year? 🌿

Not a beginner? Maybe it’s time to join an amazing group of women and grow your backcountry skills even more.

Our 2026 trips are now open for early bird booking! Use code EARLYBIRD10 for 10% off!

Lock in your adventure (and your savings) with:
✨ More time to train, prep, and daydream
✨ Less stress on your wallet
✨ A whole lot of trail magic waiting for you

Spots always go fast—especially for our Appalachian Trail & Smokies trips. Ready to make it real? 🥾

Hit the link in bio or DM us to learn more! EARLYBIRD10 gets you 10% off 2026 TRIPS!!

20/07/2025

Very cool!

20/07/2025

Am I hiking today? Nope! But I spent a few hours sweating my butt off in the vegetable garden pulling weeds, so I'm refueling with some electrolytes.

Love this new flavor from LMNT! Lemonade Salt tastes like summer 🌞

And Harvey heard a crinkly wrapper so of course he came running!

20/07/2025

Choosing between water bottles and bladders for your next backpacking trip? Here’s a quick breakdown of pros and cons of each:

💧Water Bottles 💧
✅Pros:
- Easy to gauge water level, so you know exactly how much you have left
- Simple to filter into and refill quickly at streams or springs
- Durable, easy to clean, and versatile for other uses (e.g., hot water bottles)

❌Cons:
- Can be hard to grab from your backpack side pockets

👉Solution: Use a shoulder pouch water bottle holder or add a hydration tube for easy drinking

💧Water Bladders 💧
✅Pros:
- Hands-free hydration with a drinking tube, great for sipping on the move
- Slim profile fits inside your pack, freeing up side pockets
- Higher capacity for long stretches without water sources.

❌Cons:
- Hard to check water consumption or remaining levels
- Tricky to refill at sources and repack in your bag
- Prone to leaks and harder to clean thoroughly

I prefer bottles for backpacking- one in a shoulder strap pouch and one with a hydration tube to make drinking quick and easy.

What do you think? Are you Team Bottle or Bladder?

19/07/2025

🍁LAST SPOT for FALL COLORS! 🍁

I've got just one spot left on my October 16-19 Women's Fall Colors Backpacking Trip to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Join us on the ultimate leaf-peeping adventure, with 4 days and 3 nights in the backcountry, surrounded by brilliant reds, yellows, and oranges at peak fall season! 🍂

🌄 4 days / 3 nights women's guided backpacking trip in the GSMNP
🎒 Gear and meals included
🚨On SALE- 20% off - Now just $1,040

Details at www.wildwoodhiking.com

https://www.wildwoodhiking.com/products/womens-smoky-mountains-fall-colors-backpacking-trip-2025

16/07/2025

This summer heat has got me wishing it was fall already! 😅

Get ready to head to the mountains for crisp mountain air, cooler nights, and hot chocolate sunsets. 🌄 We've still got a few spots open for our women's backpacking trips this fall. Grab one of these last minute spots and get a 20% discount!

- August 30 - September 1: Max Patch (1 spot)
- October 3-5: Max Patch (3 spots)
- October 11-13: Roan Highlands (1 spot)
- October 16-19: Smoky Mountains (2 spots)

Book at wildwoodhiking.com
Link in Bio

16/07/2025

The questions new backpackers ask are the ones we all had once.

Here are 10 beginner questions I hear all the time—from sleeping in the woods to dealing with your period—and simple, real-talk answers from the trail. 💬✨

Swipe through to see them all ➡️ and remember:
Curiosity is powerful. Courage isn’t about knowing everything—it’s about showing up anyway.

Keep asking, keep learning + keep going. Share this with your adventure buddy
and save it for later reference

You’re doing great.

You’ve got this, friend. 💛

15/07/2025

🌿What I’ve Learned Guiding Women’s Backpacking Trips 🎒

I started Wildwood Hiking Company in 2023, and since then, I've guided dozens of Women’s Backpacking trips, with women of all ages, backgrounds, and skill levels. In a place that's been historically male-dominated, making a safe space for women has been such an exciting adventure for me. From laughing about our mishaps to conquering our fears together, these trips have a way of building confidence and forging lifelong friendships. I love helping women grow in their skills and confidence in the outdoors. Nature is for all of us, and we belong here!

Here are some of the things I've learned from leading women's backpacking trips:

💪Strength: Not only are we are mentally and emotionally tough, but we are physically stronger than we think.

🌄Courage: From first-time backpackers to seasoned trekkers, women conquer fears and climb mountains with grit and determination.

👭Connections: Being on the trail sparks joy, reflection, and confidence in every step. We connect with the beauty of nature, and through the challenges we face together, we connect with one another in powerful ways.

I'm so grateful for all the experiences I've had on trail with these wonderful women! Looking forward to many more miles and smiles ahead. Happy Trails!

14/07/2025

🥾Think You're Ready to Thru-Hike the Appalachian Trail?

Check out my blog post, "How to Thru-Hike the Appalachian Trail: Part I - Getting Started", for a break-down of everything you need to begin your journey and start off on the right foot—planning, gear, and mindset.

https://www.wildwoodhiking.com/blogs/news/how-to-thru-hike-the-appalachian-trail-part-i-getting-started

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