MAINE SUNDAY TELEGRAM • January 1, 2023
New Year’s Day is a time to reflect upon the past 12 months and make resolutions for the coming year. Consider reflecting on the incredible journey of Farmington native Briana DeSanctis, and resolve to follow her footsteps as she strives to become the first woman to solo thru-hike across the United States on the American Discovery Trail. The 39-year-old DeSanctis, who goes by the trail name “Rocky Mountain High,” began her cross-country adventure on the shores of the Atlantic Ocean exactly one year ago. While the rest of us have been going about our daily lives for the last 365 days, she has been steadily walking westward, covering more than 3,000 miles in the process. You can follow DeSanctis’ journey on Facebook at Rocky Mountain High on the American Discovery Trail. ~ Carey Kish