In this episode, Papa Bear welcomes back Jake to discuss the completion of his AT Thru-hike  This episode is filled with practical advice suited to all hikers. Listen as the two discuss how listening to your body is essential, and the need to approach such hikes with a "one day at a time" mindset. 

Sidetrack's Bio
My name is Jake Arens, but you can call me Sidetrack. I’ll be making my second Appalachian Trail Thru Hike attempt in 2022. I’m a golf course greenskeeper, freelance writer, avid traveler and outdoor enthusiast living in Florida. I'm always working on cool writing projects and having crazy adventures. You'll find my hiking related stuff on The Trek. You can check out my other work at JakeArens.com or find me on Facebook, Instagram and LinkdIn.
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