Book Club: Lugo

The Unlikely Thru-Hiker: An Appalachian Trail Journey
By Derick Lugo

This summer, our Artistic Staff has been especially curious about the concept of trails. We observed many people turning to nature, as they’re able, to get through quarantine. Through time, there have been a multiplicity of reasons that humans have journeyed outdoors, and not all of them are enlightening or by choice. I’m so excited to share the art that emerged from our creative process with you soon! 
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In the meantime, Derick Lugo’s trail story is so worth a read. I laughed HARD and felt a desire to use a flashlight when reading these pages before bed. He gifted readers a glimpse into the transformation that happened for him along the Appalachian Trail. As a lifelong city-dweller, Lugo describes his evolving relationship with the thousands of miles of ground he covered during a “thru-hike” or multi-month walk from Georgia to Maine. Give this a read if you’re looking for a rewarding and lighthearted tale.

Enjoy this interview with the author, and learn more here.