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If you don’t have an Instagram account, here’s a great spot to keep up with all the happenings over there. We will be discussing updates and information for upcoming events, Sarcoma info, as well as a place for you to follow along as I train for next years thru hike!

Another May 4th has arrived, though this one hurts a ton. Today’s weather would’ve been perfect for that one day 30 mile thru-hike in memory of Don. I had spent the better part of 2019 planning, preparing, hosting, collaborating and trai
A year ago, when I first thought of helping out the Sarcoma Foundation of America in some way, I never imagined it would turn into this. We've hosted two events now, and each one grows in size and support. I figured, "I've got some good friends.
Hey everyone! I just wanted to take a moment to thank everyone for the amazing support you've shown us, along with the Sarcoma Foundation @curesarcoma (curesarcoma.org). This Saturday's event at the @glassjug wouldn't be possible if it weren't for th
Just a quick update about Saturday's event with @glassjug @glassjug_bottleshop and @starpointbrewing. Due to a malfunction, we were left with no food truck for this Saturday's event, but thanks to @eljefecitofoodtruck swooping in to help, we're back
I had the opportunity to tag along with Ken and Evan from @starpointbrewing, where we brewed a special beer for February 22nd's Why We Hike (@whywehikeorg) Fundraising event at @glassjug_bottleshop. We decided on an Oreo Stout in honor of my father-i
On this, World Cancer Day, let us take a moment to stand with those battling, and remember those we've lost. Cancer does not discriminate. It doesn't pause to give you a second to plead your case. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of t
Please join us February 22nd from 3-9pm at @glassjug in Durham, as we stand together to raise much needed awareness and funds for The Sarcoma Foundation of America (@curesarcoma). We'll be holding a silent auction and raffle, with proceeds going to S
Join us tomorrow night, November 1st, for the kick-off event at @barbrunello. The evening will be the first of a few planned events throughout the Triangle in NC, helping us raise much needed funds for @curesarcoma. Doors open at 5PM. It's free to at
A solid 7 miles at the Eno today, though 2.5 miles in, I was already wanting to call it quits. I've been a little under the weather lately, and that definitely factored into my stamina. A quick 5 minute break, and I was good as new. Pushed through Co
Sorry for the lack of communication here, but life has been busy as of late. Got in a hike at Chimney Rock while out in AVL this past weekend, and ramping up for a ton of fall hikes to prepare for May's thru hike. If you haven't checked out the websi
Atop Black Balsam Knob on a portion of the Art Loeb Trail. This is where I came up with the idea to hike for Sarcoma in Don's memory. This will definitely be a difficult day for sure, but the rewards are the amazing views and knowing I've done so muc
I often wonder what life would be like today if Don had not gotten sick. What we'd talk about. His funny jokes. His wealth of knowledge. What new gadget he'd be eyeing. • I often find myself thinking about the last time he and I spoke. The words
Many have asked, "What is Sarcoma?". Sarcoma is cancer that's found both in the connective tissues and bones in our body. Due to this, they can arise anywhere, but mostly found in our limbs, where larger amounts of our soft tissue is locate
Looking for a good spot to get some miles in? Why not join us as we train at the Eno. Beautiful scenery and some really fantastic trails to get some miles under your feet! In the near future, I will be training at elevation, west of the Triangle, so
I designed the logo to have a connection to hiking, and obviously to NC. The design is an homage to NC's Blue Ridge Mountains, which make up part of the Appalachian Mountain range. This truly connects us to all the places that we, at WhyWeHike, have
Hey all, and thank you for following. I'm Sergio, and this is the official IG account for WhyWeHike.org. • Our goal is to share my journey as I train for a 30.1 mile, one day thru hike of the Art Loeb Trail in western NC next May. Why am I doing