The Unlikely Thru-Hiker: An Appalachian Trail Journey

“[Derick's] story takes us into a world where his lack of AT knowledge, his unique perspective, his appearance, and his sense of humor open the minds and hearts of those he encounters along the way. Change has come, and the AT will never be the same again.”—Jennifer Pharr Davis, author, speaker, AT fastest-known-time setter, and 2011 National Geographic Adventurer of the Year

“A candid and clear-eyed account of a contemporary thru-hike, with engaging humility.”—David Miller, author of AWOL o...