Turned in my notice at work this week.

[Zippy Morocco]

I turned in my notice letting my company know that I will be leaving to hike the Appalachian Trail. My last day of work will be January 15. We will be leaving Montana on the last day of January and heading to Georgia. We will spend a month or so visiting family and friends (Georgia is my home place) before waiting for a warm break in the weather to head out on the trail. Ann first announced to me three years ago in a note, "Let's hike the AT in 2013". Now it's almost here. Wow.

This is 12 years after my first Section hike of the AT (Springer to Troutville). Later ann and I sectioned Troutville to Luray and then Luray to Harper's Ferry. When we moved out west section hikin the AT gave way to western hikes until one day... Let's hike the AT!

[bert304]

Good for you. I hope you have a great time.

[Old Hiker]

Keep us posted. It's 3 years until my next try and seems forever. I'm glad it was quick for you.

[HikerMom58]

Cool story... have fun!!!

[Josh Calhoun]

good luck! might see you out there

[Jeff]

You posting an online journal of your hike ???

[bannerstone]

I think that's great that even after moving west and being exposed to all that amazing back country that you are still drawn to come back east and hike the AT. I wish you every success!


David

[Porkroll]

Wow, that's gutsy! I wish I could do that, but I just can't imagine having the cajones to pull it off! I have 10 years until I can retire, so I will section hike for the time being, with the goal of a thru hike in 10 years. Good luck, and keep us posted, I'd love to hear how it goes.

["Atlas"]

Great dedication to an ideal and what a show of love between you and Ann. I recently found out about Couchsurfer.com and it may be an even great element to this next adventure in your life. I am excited about heading back out on the trail this Spring and am using Couchsurfers to help make the experience even better and cheaper, especially since I am doing the Trail on limited funds.

What was the verdict about an online journal for the trip?

[RED-DOG]

Good Luck and i hope you make it.

[Don H]

Good Luck! Have fun and stay safe.

[T-Rx]

Good luck. Hope you make it to Maine.

[Hairbear]

see you on the trail.

[Zippy Morocco]

Thank you for all the nice comments. I do plan on having a journal. I will post it when I start. It's gonna be fun!

[Lumberjack2003]

I still remember the look my boss gave me when I told him I was leaving to hike the AT. He thought I was kidding and asked me again the next day.

[greenmtnboy]

Congratulations! And it takes a lot of maturity to give long notice instead of telling them to take the job and shove it!

[mgspea00]

I turned in my notice letting my company know that I will be leaving to hike the Appalachian Trail. My last day of work will be January 15. We will be leaving Montana on the last day of January and heading to Georgia. We will spend a month or so visiting family and friends (Georgia is my home place) before waiting for a warm break in the weather to head out on the trail. Ann first announced to me three years ago in a note, "Let's hike the AT in 2013". Now it's almost here. Wow.

This is 12 years after my first Section hike of the AT (Springer to Troutville). Later ann and I sectioned Troutville to Luray and then Luray to Harper's Ferry. When we moved out west section hikin the AT gave way to western hikes until one day... Let's hike the AT!

I gave my 90 day retirement notice on 11/1. Although I'd mentioned hiking the AT, she thought I was joking. She couldn't understand why anyone would want to leave such a "great" job and spend any time in the woods much less for 5 months (ewww).

Best of luck!!!

[greenmtnboy]

I gave my 90 day retirement notice on 11/1. Although I'd mentioned hiking the AT, she thought I was joking. She couldn't understand why anyone would want to leave such a "great" job and spend any time in the woods much less for 5 months (ewww).

Best of luck!!!

They think you will be coming back begging for your old job back....when hell freezes over...

[Seldomseen]

There hasn't been a day since I finished the trail that I haven't thought about doing the same thing with work. And that was 15 years ago. Have fun!

[magic_game03]

Hot damm, I smell freedom in the air! Go get 'em Zippy.