Here to Fulfill Your Hiking Dream by offering wisdom ideas and lessons learned from over 10,000 miles of hiking.
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Lauralee has hiked over 10,000 career miles in multiple states and seasons. She completed the Appalachian Trail both north and south along with the Florida Trail, the trails in Shenandoah National Park, the Foothills Trail twice, the Long Trail, the Allegheny Trail, the Colorado Trail, and the Benton MacKaye Trail. She served six years as the ridgerunner working along the AT in Maryland and in Shenandoah National Park. The list of speaking credentials includes Scout groups, school groups, library events (over 45!), REI stores, PATC, ATC, ALDHA, and the National Park Service. She is the author of Mountains, Madness, and Miracles – 4000 Miles Along the Appalachian Trail and Gators, Guts to Glory – Adventures on the Florida Trail
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Presentations
Having hiked thousands of miles in low and high altitude, from the Appalachian Trail to Colorado, Florida, and many more, Lauralee brings a wealth of information and adventure programs to libraries in multiple states, outdoor groups, outfitters, women’s groups, school groups, Scouting groups, church groups, etc. Motivating presentations include PowerPoint presentations, sample backpacking gear, and an information station. Lauralee also conducts half or all-day workshops to get down to the nitty-gritty of backpacking and thru-hiking, including media and hands-on demonstrations.
Lauralee can also offer informative webinars and zoom meetings on her trail experiences. See a sample webinar. See her sample of the Speaking Topics. To contact Lauralee about speaking to your group, use the contact form at the bottom of this page.
Testimonials
“Lauralee’s presentations on AT thru-hiking and long-distance hiking for women have consistently been full to capacity because of the wealth of knowledge she provides and how she consistently presents it. Her presentations leave hikers with a longing for the thru-hike and the lifelong rewards it provides.” – REI, Short Pump, VA
“We are so happy to hear of your experiences on the trail. For many who will never be able to do it, you provide the virtual thru-hike!” – Northampton Township Free Library, Richboro, PA
“The discussion along with the personal photographs really brought the experience to life. We would certainly recommend this program for other libraries.” – Plattekill Library, Modena NY
“I recommend Lauralee as a speaker to show that one can actually make their dreams a reality and fulfill the goal of living which is to do the thing they were put here to do!” – Greene County Library, Stanardsville, VA
