I am just a guy who loves living life to the fullest. Whether it is out hiking the trails of East Tennessee, adventures in the backcountry, or visiting and learning about historical sites, I enjoy it all.

I document my journeys though various forms of social media with pictures, videos, and blogs as a way for me to look back. If you enjoy this kind of thing, I invite you to pour a beer and join me on my adventures.

Regards, 
L. Alex Hauck

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Hiking the Black Mountain Crest Trail
Friday, May 27, 2022

After Action Blog: Hiking the Black Mountain Crest Trail

Pisgah National Forest, NC
Friday May 27, 2022 - Saturday May 28, 2022

Not going to lie, this one was a total shit show from the very start that makes it even more disappointing as I was so looking forward to this hike for a very long time. I will start off by saying that I did do some research on the trail, but I don’t like watching videos beforehand as I like some sense of adventure when I go off on these hikes. I knew it was going to be grueling and tough, but I did not expect all the climbing and rock hopping I would be doing.  

I had planned to start his hike from the Bolens Creek trailhead get to the ridge and hike to Mount Mitchell then back. I was going to take my time with the first four miles as it looked to be a hard climb, and it was. Then I was going to pick up speed once I got to the ridge and get to Mount Mitchell then camp at Commissary Hill.  

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Black Mountain Crest Trail - Friday May 17 - 18, 2022

Hiking to Gregory Bald
Saturday, April 2, 2022

After Action Blog: Hiking Gregory Bald

Smoky Mountain National Park
Saturday, April 2, 2022

I have wanted to do this hike for a few years now. I had not yet been to Gregory Bald but had heard it is quite the place to go and see. My original plan was to do this as a two-day hike but now that I am in better shape figured, I would tackle it in one day. I will eventually do this as an overnighter as I would like to spend some more time up top and the hike itself is just awesome.

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Hiking Gregory Bald (Part 1) - Saturday, April 2, 2022

Hiking Gregory Bald (Part 2) - Saturday, April 2, 2022

Hiking Bald River with Frank
Saturday, May 7, 2022

Took Frank to the Bald River Trial in Cherokee National Forest for a little day hike to stretch or legs. Bald River is one of the trails I like to take Frank on because it is usually maintained well and is not super crowded once you get past the first part. It was a rainy day but good to be out.

Also, check out my blog post as well.
~ Hiking Bald River with Frank ~