The Appalachian Trail is not something I decided to do on a whim.
I chose 2030 because meaningful goals deserve meaningful preparation.
By 2030, I will be 56 years old. For many people, that might seem late to begin an adventure like a thru-hike. I see it differently. The years leading up to 2030 provide an opportunity to train, learn, improve my health, and develop the skills needed to complete the journey safely.
The date also gives me time to balance family, career, financial responsibilities, and physical preparation. Rather than rushing toward the trail, I am building toward it one step at a time.
As a traumatic brain injury survivor, long-term goals carry special meaning. Recovery taught me that progress is often measured in months and years rather than days and weeks.
The Appalachian Trail has become more than a hiking goal. It represents perseverance, discipline, and the belief that significant challenges can still be accomplished later in life.
This website documents that preparation. Every training walk, every lesson learned, every setback, and every success is part of the road to 2030.