Hello! My name is Colleen, but I'm better known on the trail as either Spot or NoNa. I currently live in Rocksylvania, and have been in love with climbing the state's rocky peaks since I was a little girl. In 2016, I attempted a thru hike of the AT when illness unfortunately forced me off the trail - however I am currently working towards section hiking my way to Katahdin! You can usually catch me somewhere in the woods most likely hugging a tree, taking a thousand pictures of the same overlook, or eating my 5th Snickers bar of the day. Happy hiking!
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Pennsylvania: Must-See Day Hikes on the Appalachian Trail
If you are a frequent reader of my posts, then you know that I am a huge fan of Pennsylvania hiking. With that being said, after hiking all 250 miles
New Jersey: Must-See Day Hikes on the Appalachian Trail
Being from the Philly area, there is a small bit of rivalry between PA and NJ, so it kills me to admit that Jersey has been one of my favorite parts
7 Things I Wish I Knew Before My First Backpacking Trip
So, you have decided that you want to try to accomplish your first overnight trip out in the back country. Congrats! Chances are, pictures and movies
1 Year. 10,000 Blazes
A full year has come and gone since I reached the summit of Springer Mountain, GA and officially started my thru hike of the Appalachian Trail.
Put A Knot Around Your Finger: Easily Forgotten Backpacking Gear
The goal for many folks heading into the backcountry is to carry as little weight as possible. Even though this often means bringing less gear,
Tips and Tricks for Singing in the Rain
After telling people of any long distance hike, popular responses always seem to follow the theme of "What if you see a bear?" "How do you go to the
Hiking Sandals: The Best Friend You Never Knew You Wanted
When the average person thinks of hiking, images of huge backpacks, Clif bars, and (you guessed it) full leather hiking boots come to
Gear Review: Mountain Hardwear Breeze AC Women’s Tank
With warmer weather and summer seemingly just around the corner (because spring apparently comes in February now - thanks global warming!), it's
Tips and Tricks for Staying Hydrated on the Trail
There are countless things to pay attention to while backpacking (the weather, your next resupply, how many miles are left for the day, and just how
How To Become A Weekend Warrior
For a lot of outdoor enthusiast, that next big trip is always on the horizon. Sometimes it's a week of backpacking in your favorite national