Noodle

Hey everybody! My name is Alexander Newlon or just Noodle for short. I'm a perpetual daydreamer, a cannabis and human rights activist, a Eagle Scout and solo adventurer. I'm epileptic and will be thru hiking the Appalachian Trail NOBO this April to show myself and others that we all CAN accomplish our dreams and turn them into reality! By completing one of my long time dreams, I hope to inspire others to follow their dreams. Get inspired and explore your local trails!

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What To Do When Someone Has a Seizure on the Trail

What To Do When Someone Has a Seizure on the Trail

Most people know I'm epileptic and if you didn't, now you do. There are many different types of epilepsy disorders and there is no known cure for

Aug 16, 2015 : Noodle
Cherish Everything 

Cherish Everything 

I haven't updated since Bonnaroo! There has been so much that has happened since then, where do I begin? I've completed the Shenandoahs and made

Aug 11, 2015 : Noodle
We are the Pampered Hikers!

We are the Pampered Hikers!

We all know the saying "Hike your own hike" by now. You constantly hear other hikers saying it or you'll see HYOH written in the shelter journals. In

Jun 10, 2015 : Noodle
Beware the NOC!

Beware the NOC!

   The Nantahalla Outdoor Center is an amazing  center for rafting, kayaking, biking and zip lining. They make delicious food, offer

May 6, 2015 : Noodle
First Week Brings Injury, Angels and Friends!

First Week Brings Injury, Angels and Friends!

I've been on the Appalachian Trail nearly a week and I've already experienced injury, amazing friendships and unbelievable kindness from

Apr 19, 2015 : Noodle
I’m on my way Springer!

I’m on my way Springer!

   It's just totally surreal to me that everything has come together and I'll actually start hiking the Appalachian Trail April 13th! I'll take a

Apr 2, 2015 : Noodle
Why I’m Hiking the A.T.

Why I’m Hiking the A.T.

Hey everyone! My name is Alexander Newlon or Noodle for short. I'll answer to both. The major thing you need to know about me is that I'm epileptic

Dec 9, 2014 : Noodle