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Almost There: 'Rocky Mountain High' DeSanctis on the Brink of Making ADT History

Briana DeSanctis, close to being the first woman to solo the 6,800-mile American Discovery Trail, reflects on her journey and shares her apprehensions about the final 200 miles, including her recent talk at the LA Adventurers Club.

John Wesley Brett

Jan 21, 2024 • 3 min read

Facebook photo - Briana "Rocky Mountain High" DeSanctis

Briana "Rocky Mountain High" DeSanctis is close to becoming the first woman to complete the entire 6,800-mile American Discovery Trail solo. For the last two years, she has journeyed from Delaware to California, a testament to perseverance and the spirit of exploration.

But with just 200 miles left, it is anything but a sprint to the finish. In an interview with a television station in her home state of Maine last month, Rocky explains why she is apprehensive about finishing.

To that end, last week, after reaching Sacramento, Rocky took a break, jumped on a red-eye Greyhound Bus, and headed south for a live appearance on the Adventurers Club of Los Angeles livestream.

"Rocky" on the Adventures Club of Los Angeles Livestream

🥾🥾 Rocky should finish in about two to three weeks – or maybe longer. 🤷‍♀️

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California

Segment 9 - Palisades to Nevada Line

As announced earlier this month, Effective 1/1/2024 - 12/31/2029 - The Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit has implemented a new order mandating the use of bear canisters in the Unit - this includes all of the Tahoe Rim Trail beginning a waypoint CA9-7.

We've also added links to trail conditions along the three sections of the Tahoe Rim Trail that the American Discovery Trail follows:

Illinois - North

Segment 2 - Bureau to Joliet

Hiker Notes have been restructured for more intuitive reading, ensuring easier access to information about services. Plus, we've included details about a newly installed Amazon Locker near Ottawa, offering added convenience for your trail journey.

Maryland

Segment 1 - Oldtown to Hancock

Added the Mountain Life Kitchen in Paw Paw, West Virginia. A cozy and family-owned Italian restaurant that we visited this week and that we love! Comfort food for the hiking soul.