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Rocks, Roots and Rocky Mountains is the captivating story of my 33-day solo journey hiking the Colorado Trail, as told from a geologist's perspective. It is the second in a series and is written in the form of daily logs originally transcribed from my daily journals, then embellished with additional details resulting from further recollection and research. Each day brings the reader with me on my fascinating encounters with other hikers as well as the challenges of navigating through 486 miles of rugged alpine trail. Written for both the hiker and armchair reader, I included stories about the ever-changing scenery, terrain, and terrifying storms, along with frequent observations and explanations about those mysterious rocks beneath my feet. Beautifully illustrated with over 30 stunning photos and figures, the reader will find this book both informative and entertaining, while sharing my experiences of 33 unforgettable days on the Colorado Trail!
Rocks, Roots and Rocky Mountains
Rocks, Roots and Rattlesnakes is the captivating story of trekking through the beautiful Appalachian Mountains of the eastern US in 2020. My thru hike from June 5 to November 17 is written as a daily account of life on the trail from a geologist's perspective. The book contains three parts with 26 chapters and reads like a journal log, capturing my challenges and experiences each day on the trail. In addition to the 240 pages of text, there are over 100 color photos, 6 figures and 6 charts. Hopefully you will find this book both informative and entertaining, as you read and enjoy my tales of 150 days of discovery on the Appalachian Trail!
Rocks, Roots and Rattlesnakes
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Contents and Chapter Excerpts
What the book is all about
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Geology Intro
Why geology matters
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Logistics and Statistics
How I did it…what I learned
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Epilogue and other hikes (2021-2024)
Where to next?
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About the Author
Who I am
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Contact me
Ways to Meet and Connect
Rocks, Roots and Rattlesnakes is the captivating story of trekking through the beautiful Appalachian Mountains of the eastern US in 2020. My thru hike from June 5 to November 17 is written as a daily account of life on the trail from a geologist’s perspective.
The book contains three parts with 26 chapters and reads like a journal log, capturing my challenges and experiences each day on the trail. In addition to the 240 pages of text, there are over 100 color photos, 6 figures and 6 charts.
Hopefully you will find this book both informative and entertaining, as you read and enjoy my tales of 150 days of discovery on the Appalachian Trail!
Chapter 1 Georgia’s Endless Mountain Wilderness
Chapter 2 Climbing Higher in North Carolina
Chapter 3 The Great Smoky Mountains
Chapter 4 The Balds
Chapter 5 Tennessee and the Road to Damascus
Chapter 6 Return to the Trail
Chapter 7 Mt. Rodgers, Grayson Highlands and Exploding Fish Oil
Chapter 8 Virginia’s Valleys and Ridgelines
Chapter 9 Virginia’s Triple Crown
Chapter 10 Breaking New Records
Chapter 11 Raining Raccoons and Washed Out on the Priest
Chapter 12 The Shenandoahs
Chapter 13 Roller Coasters, Sandy Beaches and Hang-Gliders
Chapter 14 North of Mason-Dixon
Chapter 15 Pennsylvania’s Valley and Ridgeline Trails
Chapter 16 Flip-Flop to Maine and the 100-Mile Wilderness
Chapter 17 River Crossings, Bigelows and Saddlebacks
Chapter 18 Navigating the Notches and the Mahoosucs
Chapter 19 The Whites
Chapter 20 Leaving New Hampshire
Chapter 21 The Green Mountains and the Long Trail
Chapter 22 The Berkshires
Chapter 23 Winter Arrives in Connecticut
Chapter Twenty-24 New York Highlands and Crossing the Hudson
Chapter 25 Boardwalks, Stairways to Heaven and Water Gaps
Chapter 26 Sun Up to Sun Down thru the Keystone State
