Tyler Burnette

I am currently 22, but will be spending my 23rd birthday on the Appalachian Trail this summer! Recently graduated from Tennessee Tech, and excited to go Walkabout. Hoping this trek will allow me to develop into the person I aspire to be. Will try to post weekly on topics regarding the body, mind, and soul. Also, will be posting a series regarding physical fitness while on trail. I hope that my experience can help fellow and future thru-hikers make the most of the journey of a lifetime!

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Why I’m Not On The Appalachian Trail

Why I’m Not On The Appalachian Trail

Disclaimer: I absolutely loved my time on trail.  I want to make it clear that it was an awesome experience and I recommend it to everyone.  It is

May 31, 2017 : Tyler Burnette
Things I’ve Learned After A Month On Trail

Things I’ve Learned After A Month On Trail

Knowledge Gained From The Trail We are currently posted up in Erwin, TN after a near-0 day coming in.  I want to shout out ray who picked us up

Apr 28, 2017 : Tyler Burnette
21 Days and 200 Miles Down

21 Days and 200 Miles Down

Week 3 On The Trail Location: We are currently in Gatlinburg, TN. Being from Middle Tennessee means that we are very familiar with the Smoky

Apr 14, 2017 : Tyler Burnette
Beauty and Humility on the Trail

Beauty and Humility on the Trail

Wildfire Damage There was an eery silence in the mountains as we walked along. Devastion from the wildfires was all around us. Trees were scarred

Apr 5, 2017 : Tyler Burnette
My first week on trail

My first week on trail

My First Week On Trail Today is Day 7 (including the approach trail) on the AT. We are currently taking our first zero day in Hiawassee by way of

Mar 29, 2017 : Tyler Burnette
Countdown Day Zero

Countdown Day Zero

It's Time to Hit the Trail On my countdown to my thru-hike today is day zero.  I will be stepping off at the Amicalola State Park approach trail

Mar 23, 2017 : Tyler Burnette
No Cutting Corners

No Cutting Corners

NO CUTTING CORNERS The Appalachian Trail will eat through gear and beat you down if you let it. I plan on spending around 5 months on trail which is

Mar 19, 2017 : Tyler Burnette
Spring Break Vacation

Spring Break Vacation

Last Chance for Spring Break I am currently on my way to Panama City Beach in honor of my last chance at a Spring Break. I recently graduated from

Mar 4, 2017 : Tyler Burnette
My Reasons for Hiking The Appalachian Trail

My Reasons for Hiking The Appalachian Trail

Why Am I hiking the Appalachian Trail? The Appalachian Trail is a unique experience for self-growth in the face of adversity.  Personally, I seek to

Mar 3, 2017 : Tyler Burnette
Why Going Walkabout Isn’t as Crazy as it Sounds

Why Going Walkabout Isn’t as Crazy as it Sounds

To Go Walkabout Walkabout is an Australian Aboriginal rite of passage for a person in their youth to transfer into adulthood.  It is a spiritual

Feb 27, 2017 : Tyler Burnette