Writing in the Margins

The best part about the great outdoors is that it is too great (in size and experiences) to be contained in any book or collection of books.  No matter how wonderful a guide book may be, it is never going to contain enough to satisfy someone indefinitely.  Eventually, one has to venture out into the world armed with nothing but their own wits and determination (and maybe a topo map). 

Writing in the Margins (WitM) features are hikes that I do that are not prompted by any of my hiking books.  While this blog is in large part about hikes I learn of in assorted books and guides, it is primarily about sharing my outdoor experiences.  To limit myself to places I read about would be to miss out on some great places.  So I choose to write in the margins of my books, so I can add to my ever expanding library of nature.  

In these features, whose titles will be preceded by WITM (and tagged the same), I will be sure to give more detailed directions to trailheads, trail descriptions, and include links to trail maps, even if I have to create them myself.  This, I hope, will ensure that the trails can be easily found and enjoyed if anyone wants to take part.