Kate Waite

I thru-hiked the AT in 2013, answering to the name of First Gear. Rarely the first up or down a mountain, it suited me well. As a school-based speech language pathologist, there are no more half year forays in my near future. Still, my work affords ample vacation time compared to your typical 9-5er. I capitalize on summer vacations, spending large chunks of time ticking off the shorter long distance trails while I scheme about one day attempting the PCT.

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Camel’s Hump: A Winter Wonderland

Camel’s Hump: A Winter Wonderland

A year ago, a two-day snowstorm hit Vermont, leaving a blanket of wet, heavy snow and downed power lines in its wake. Luke and I couldn’t resist: hiking the alpine zone post-blizzard would be a first.

Dec 16, 2015 : Kate Waite
Gaining Perspective on the Appalachian Trail

Gaining Perspective on the Appalachian Trail

On a solo snowshoe hike on New Years Day, I made my boldest resolution to date. The fact that I’d never followed through on any resolution seemed to underscore the importance of this one: In 2013, I would hike the Appalachian Trail.

Nov 30, 2015 : Kate Waite
I’m Going to Katahdin

I’m Going to Katahdin

Hiking the Appalachian Trail offered something that my daily life often did not: time.  Time to slow down, look inward, enjoy a leisurely lunch,

Nov 15, 2015 : Kate Waite
5 Differences Between Long Distance Hiking and Ultra Long Distance Hiking

5 Differences Between Long Distance Hiking and Ultra Long Distance Hiking

1. Weeks vs. Months Let’s start with the obvious: the time commitments are vastly different.  The average hiker completes the AT in 6 months.

Nov 1, 2015 : Kate Waite