PORTLAND PRESS HERALD • May 22, 2025
Author Rand Clark spoke at the Windham Public Library about his thru-hikes of the Appalachian and Pacific Crest trails, as well as about his forthcoming books highlighting the experience. Clark described the hike as a spiritual and healing experience, where the solitude and natural beauty deeply touches you. He mentioned that, since he got back, he has been simplifying his life, getting rid of unnecessary possessions, and becoming more intentional, deliberate and grateful. In between the major national trails, which took him around five months each to do, Clark has been hiking the 100 highest peaks in New England. In the coming months, he plans to tackle the highest peaks of New York state.