This cold weather has me excited for more overnight backpacking trips 🏕 Waking up to a cold morning, hot cup of coffee, and a view like this 👌 I still haven't conquered a solo overnight trip, and I have no problem admitting I'm not quite ready for that. BUT this last one nighter with my mom really let me know that I'm getting more and more prepared for the Appalachian Trail next year. Yes we are in the woods, yes there are wild animals around, yes it's OK to be a little scared sometimes. But seeing four snakes and not letting my fear turn me around was a plus. Dealing with the fact that I will have to 'go' in the woods and its not a big deal because you get used to it, also a plus. Getting more comfortable with my gear, actually getting a good nights sleep with my sleeping equipment, understanding how and where to hang a bear bag - these are things I'm excited about practicing and doing because I have this awesome goal I want to accomplish! This weekend my mom and I are hitting another section of the @palmettotrail and next weekend another overnight backpacking trip - hopefully two nights hiking from Sassafras to Caesars Head, then back to Sassafras. Small portion of the @foothillstrail that we haven't hiked before. Very excited for what's to come, and I hope you all get a chance to enjoy this fall weather 😊 ❤ #hiking #goals #cantwaittohiketheAT #trails #nature #exploremore #foothillstrail #palmettotrail #appalachiantrail #practicemakesperfect #excitedforthefuture #excitedforgoals #hikingwithrae #backpacker #camping #fallweatheristhebest https://www.instagram.com/p/CFPhvNMH04-/?igshid=p2l5reyhnad8