The Woman Wanderer

I discovered mountain hiking a few years ago, and friends and family expressed concern at my tendency to hike alone simply because I am female. But I refused to let anyone tell me that I couldn't hike alone.  I was entranced by the peace and beauty of the mountains.  I loved the nature and sounds around me.  I continued to hike.  I explained to them that I am a hiker, and hikers hike.  I was going to go.  If someone wanted to join me, they were welcome, but if not, I would be alone. I recently came to realize that while some of my friends and family would like to hike with me, they are unable to do so because of health, time constraints, other engagements, and some just don't like to exercise around the dirt and the bugs. So... I thought the best way to show those around me exactly what it is that I do and why I do it, I decided to begin this Blog. Each week, I will post my most recent hike with pictures, information about the trail and its difficul...