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166. Appalachian Trail Thru-Hiker Erica "Rookie" Washkwich On The Scariest Mountain In The Whites, Injury Recovery, & The Disgusting Trail Food To Avoid


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Appalachian Trail thru-hiker Erica "Rookie" Washkwich dives deep into her long-distance trek with us. She talks about the downpours, the beautiful sunrises, the highs and lows - and all of the emotions & challenges that come with taking on a thru-hike.


In this episode, you'll learn about:

1. The food item to NOT eat on trail

2. The mountain in the Whites you should be wary of 

3. The great resource she utilized to recover from a potential hike-ending injury, and much more!



You can connect with Rookie by using the links below:

Rookie's Instagram

Bliss Bread Co Instagram




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