Author Archives: Jann Griffiths

About Jann Griffiths

I am a massage therapist, reflexologist, and aromatherapist. I have a private practice in Denver, CO. I enjoy hiking and backpacking. Travel and adventure are high on my list of interests, along with reading, writing, learning and growing.

Altitude Sickness

Reblogged from Megan Goes West: The view in town. Sam and I made it to Telluride and got all settled in. It’s really pretty here. There’s views of the mountains almost everywhere you go, and the sun had been shining … Continue reading

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October 9, 2012 Katahdin Summit – 2,184 Miles Behind Me

This has been the most difficult post to sit down and write because it signifies the end of my 2,184 mile Appalachian Trail (AT) adventure (fundraising will continue to the end of the year.)   Hiking the AT was the … Continue reading

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Monson Maine ~ the Last Outpost Before Katahdin

Well dear friends I’ve made it all the way to Monson, Maine. I’m 114 miles from the top of Mt Katahdin, and then I will joyfully return the 5.2 miles to the Katahdin Stream Campground to meet my dear husband … Continue reading

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New Hampshire is Behind Me and so is Mahoosuc Notch – Thank Goodness

Long ago and far away when I was in Georgia, hiking the trail and talking to other experienced hikers, I was given the admonition about the White Mountains. Those who knew them told me to give myself extra time to … Continue reading

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I LoVermont

I entered Vermont last week and was automatically on the Long Trail, which the Appalachian Trail follows for 105 miles. I will be leaving the Long Trail when I get back on the trail tomorrow, but I know I will return … Continue reading

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1516 miles and the Kindness of Strangers

This past week has been one of wonder, pain and great beauty. Coming over the Hudson River and through the rest of New York was challenging. I remember a difficult day where I was very tired and overcome with doubt. … Continue reading

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1400 Miles in 18 Weeks

 The past 5 weeks have been wonderful, yet very difficult. I have not been able to post on my blog due to a lack of access to a computer, but there are lots of pictures posted on my Facebook page. … Continue reading

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Three Months Already?

It is amazing and hard to believe that I’ve been on the Appalachian Trail for three months already. I know I hit the 962 mile mark at VA 522 in Front Royal, Va. yesterday and will hit the psychological half … Continue reading

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Memorial Day and Week Eleven

I observed Memorial Day as a day of rest after a 92-mile week on the trail. It rained the first 4 days out of Pearisburg, but the sun shone brightly the last three days. I was fortunate that it was … Continue reading

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Still Going Strong

I’m tired this morning after my zero day and two nights in a real bed. My left knee is a bit sore and I’m hoping I don’t get yet another crazy and painful charlie horse in my left calf today as … Continue reading

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