Duke Conrad

I'm a former teacher and administratort and recent graduate from work . I'm also a husband, father of two and friend to many. I live in Suffolk, Virginia and I had a rather strange experience about 5 years ago that I can only describe as an "epiphany" of sorts. It was about doing a thru-hike on the AT. Short story made long, the plan is to flip flop starting March 13, 2016. Stay tuned.......and follow my brother, "Shrek" , newcomer to our adventure, niece "Scout"and I (Chopper/Bandanaman) as we start our great adventure!

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It’s almost like being married to the TRAIL!

It’s almost like being married to the TRAIL!

Sometimes it feels like you're married to the trail.....just sayin....for better, for worse, for rich (feeling good), for poor (beat up).  With

Jul 7, 2016 : Duke Conrad
Rocksylvania undeserving?

Rocksylvania undeserving?

There are miles of GREAT trails in Pa. Why does everyone wanna talk about the ROCKS??

Jun 12, 2016 : Duke Conrad
An Amicable Divorce

An Amicable Divorce

Greyhound gets UNLEASHED!!

Jun 6, 2016 : Duke Conrad
The Symbolic 1/2 way point tomorrow!

The Symbolic 1/2 way point tomorrow!

Together Again in Harper's Ferry

May 30, 2016 : Duke Conrad
SOBO Flip completed, now for the NOBO Flop!!

SOBO Flip completed, now for the NOBO Flop!!

With our SOBO 806.1 Miles completed, it's time for our NOBO Hike!!

May 21, 2016 : Duke Conrad
BIG Balds & BIG Butts, which one do you resemble?

BIG Balds & BIG Butts, which one do you resemble?

First, let's provide a hiker update: We're currently at mile marker 137.1 and sheltered at NOC (Nantahala Outdoor Center) in N.C.  Today's hike

May 5, 2016 : Duke Conrad
No Lions or Tigers…but BEARS, oh my!

No Lions or Tigers…but BEARS, oh my!

"Have you seen a BEAR on your hike?""

May 1, 2016 : Duke Conrad
Trail Magic, TRAIL MAGIC & ESREVER LIART CIGAM

Trail Magic, TRAIL MAGIC & ESREVER LIART CIGAM

Trail Magic Comes in All Varieties!!

May 1, 2016 : Duke Conrad
OUTLAW SOBO HIKERS APPREHENDED!

OUTLAW SOBO HIKERS APPREHENDED!

The 3 were well inside a fire restricted area and were unaware of the danger.

Apr 25, 2016 : Duke Conrad
Taking a new Trail Name a little too far!

Taking a new Trail Name a little too far!

Is this a new romance, or a harmless tease?

Apr 14, 2016 : Duke Conrad