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Hike Your Own Hike Francis Tapon

Hike Your Own Hike By Francis Tapon

Hike Your Own Hike by Francis Tapon

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Francis Tapon's thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail and what the adventure can teach you about life.

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Hike Your Own Hike: 7 Life Lessons from Backpacking Across America by Francis Tapon

Hike Your Own Hike: 7 Life Lessons from Backpacking Across America is about Francis Tapon's thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail and what the adventure can teach you about life. You'll start in Maine and walk to Georgia, picking up seven lessons along the way. Each lesson is neatly woven into the fabric of the story. This true story combines the desire to reorient one's life with an exciting tale of adventure and a bit of humour. It's about 75% self-help and 25% trail narrative. It is not a book about how to backpack, but rather how to live. Who would enjoy this book? Anyone who: loves reading outdoor adventure books; has a good life, but wants to have an amazing one; wants to learn more about the Appalachian Trail; dislikes preachy self-help books, but doesn't mind getting some useful ideas presented in a light tone; is stuck in a rut and is looking for some inspiration to make important changes; likes to support starving writers. Unlike the typical self-help book, Hike Your Own Hike: provides an entertaining, flowing tale as a backdrop; draws all its lessons from the adventure of walking the entire Appalachian Trail; doesn't take itself so darn seriously! Unlike the typical travelogue, Hike Your Own Hike: is not all about the author, it's about what YOU can get out of the story; delivers practical ideas that help you squeeze more out of life; recounts a challenging southbound thru-hike versus the typical northbound thru-hike (less than 10% hike southbound). The book has two colour maps, including an ultra-cool 3-panel foldout map of the Appalachian Trail! The AT will teach you the Seven Principles on how to get the most out of life: 1. Hike Your Own Hike. 2. Beware of Summit Fever. 3. Hike with Passion. 4. Learn from Trail Lore. 5. Eat Well, Walk Hard, and Sleep Soundly. 6. Perform Trail Magic. 7. The Hike is Too Important to Take Seriously. Each chapter in the book is devoted to each concept. Chapter One starts in Maine where Francis Tapon learned the First Principle. Chapter Seven ends in Georgia where he learned the Seventh Principle.

Hike Your Own Hike Reviews

Bella Online, Dr. Joy Madden: She says, that the book "is a wonderful self development and self help book that shows you why walking is so powerful for your mind, body and soul, as well as covering life lessons that will change our life with increased self empowerment, emotional health and emotional wealth." SectionHiker's review wrote: "But what Hike Your Own Hike is about, is giving yourself permission to take a break from the everyday groove that you've worked yourself into, to try something different that might make you a lot more happy. It's about reducing the level of fear we all experience when we question our life-course and consider alternative options." Adventure in Progress review wrote: "The material is excellent and the advice is sound. The book is designed such that it can be put to use by anyone no matter what their passion or their stage of life." The BootsnAll Travel Network said in their review: "It is hoped the book becomes a catalyst for a new trend in the reader's life. Mr. Tapon has done his part well. He has provided numerous tools. The value lies in what the reader chooses to take from it." The Midwest Review concluded: "Hike Your Own Hike is very strongly recommended for all readers searching for an engaging tale of remarkable encouragement, creative entertainment, and informative endeavours, particularly ideal reading for novice hikers aspiring to take on the Appalachian Trail themselves." Redding.com: "With each step begins a journey, a chance to hike your hike," Thom Gabrukiewicz. "His books worth reading, for anyone and everyone unsure of their current path... The 351-page book has helped bring focus to my own journey. I'm confident it'll help you, too." Dream Traveler Jess review: "I have no interest in backpacking and ... I was nervous it was going to be a hard read for me. After reading it, I discovered that the lessons he learned and wrote about can relate to everyone... it's an awesome book that everyone should read." My Life Outdoors review: "It all balances out to be pretty good advice." A Pair of Panties and Boxers book review: "The book also offers life lessons that anyone, including non-backpackers and non-hikers, can use." Revish, Hike Your Own Hike book review: "It's enlightening, educational, and entertaining." The Blasphemous Bicycler: "it was fun to read and only took 2 days to finish. 4 out of 5 Jihadis!"

About Francis Tapon

Francis Tapon is a public speaker, world traveller, and life coach. He has travelled to over 75 countries. He was born and raised in San Francisco. He is a first-generation American, born of a French father and a Chilean mother. He has a degree in Religion from Amherst College and an MBA from Harvard Business School.

Additional information

CIN0976581205G
9780976581208
0976581205
Hike Your Own Hike: 7 Life Lessons from Backpacking Across America by Francis Tapon
Francis Tapon
Used - Good
Hardback
Wanderlearn
2006-06-01
352
N/A
Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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