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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How To Suffer Less During Your Next Winter Hike
When the temperature starts to drop and the ground begins to get covered in snow, many trails suddenly find themselves mostly empty until spring
So, You Want To Photograph Your Thru Hike
It makes sense to want to capture awesome pictures of your hike. After all, spending any considerable amount of time on the trail is sure to be a
Why Every Hiker Should Visit Pennsylvania (Part 2)
If you read my previous post all about Pennsylvania hiking, then you have probably figured out by now that I love my state along with every tree,
How To Get More Of Your Friends To Go Outside With You!
Its a very unfortunate dilemma that I have seen many hikers regularly face: I love all of my friends, but none of them want to go on any fun
Welcome to the 80%
Okay, so you set out on a thru hike, didnt finish, and you are now part of the statistics. Welcome to the 80% my friend. While its true that
“You’ve Got Some Explaining To Do”
From the second I began announcing to people that I was attempting a thru hike of the Appalachian Trail, I have been flooded with support. From
Lyme Disease: Just A Hiccup
If you read my last post, then you probably saw me casually throw in at the end that I officially have Lyme Disease. What you might not know is that
A Day in the Life of NoNa
Although there isn't too much of a strict schedule out on the trail, most hikers naturally fall into their own routine that helps make sure they get
There’s No Place Like Home
Dorothy had it right hiking through your home state is amazing! Not only do you get lots of visits from your family and friends, but you get to see
Welcome to The Bubble
BIG NEWS! As of last Thursday morning, I am officially the 26th flip flip hiker to pass through the Appalachian Trail Conservancy. That's right, my