Allie Bull

Hi! My name is Allie Bull. I am a recent graduate of Johns Hopkins University where I studied Environmental Studies & International Studies. I grew up in Vermont, hiking and snowboarding in the Green Mountains. I've thru-hiked the Colorado Trail and the Long Trail, but I can't wait to embark on this Appalachian Trail journey. Follow me from Georgia to Maine!

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AT Report Card: Mid-Hike Review

AT Report Card: Mid-Hike Review

I reached Harpers Ferry - the emotional halfway point of the Appalachian Trail. I've crossed over 1,000 miles and finished four (almost five) states.

Jun 4, 2018 : Allie Bull
Happy Days – Trail Edition

Happy Days – Trail Edition

After writing a post all about being miserable I wanted to brainstorm a list of some of the simple things that make thru-hikers happy. Here’s what I

May 2, 2018 : Allie Bull
Misery Begets a Beautiful Day

Misery Begets a Beautiful Day

Sometimes the trail is hard. It’s too steep, it’s too cold (or too hot), there are too many miles left to go. Although every hiker experiences these

Apr 15, 2018 : Allie Bull
Through the Smokies, and I Just Keep Walking

Through the Smokies, and I Just Keep Walking

I’ve made it through the Smokies. At a little over 70 miles, it feels like such a feat to have successfully made it past that point. I’ve been told

Apr 5, 2018 : Allie Bull
What Do Mice Do In Their Free Time?

What Do Mice Do In Their Free Time?

The First WeekIt’s been over a week of trail life. I’ve met tons of people - some who are still hiking and some who have already quit. I’ve finally

Mar 19, 2018 : Allie Bull
As Journey Begins, I’m Alone but Excited

As Journey Begins, I’m Alone but Excited

Waking up at 4:30 a.m. to fly to Georgia was exhausting. Not only was it early in the morning, but it was cold, dark, and stressful. I cruised

Mar 12, 2018 : Allie Bull
School’s Done, My Stuff Is Packed, It’s Time to Hit the Trail

School’s Done, My Stuff Is Packed, It’s Time to Hit the Trail

Sitting on my apartment floor surrounded by moving boxes, bags of stuff to donate, and miscellaneous junk, it truly hit me that in one week I will be

Mar 5, 2018 : Allie Bull