Welcome!
My name’s Matt, and I love to write and hike. I’m the author of 4000s by 40 and am currently working on book two. When I’m not working on that, I come here to share tales from the trail, reflections on the writing process, and whatever else I’m exploring at the moment.
If you’ve got a moment, check out the latest posts and drop a comment if you have an experience to share or if something rings true for you. Whether you’re a hiker, a writer, or just someone who loves a good story, I hope you find something here that resonates as you pursue your own discoveries.
What’s New
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A Quick Trip to Middle-earth
Today I couldn’t get out for something big, so I had to settle for a quick snowshoe around Middle-earth. Right after elevensies, I headed out to Frodo’s Ring Trail, climbed to the top of Mount Erebor—that’s right, the Lonely Mountain—visited Gandalf, Strider, Legolas, and Gimli, and was back home in an hour. Not too bad…
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The Middle Age Myth
Since writing 4000s by 40, one of the comments I get a lot—which I never anticipated—is that forty is not middle age. During the AMC Awards night, where I had a table selling my book, a number of fifty-, sixty-, and even seventy-year-olds pointed at my display, nudged a friend, and laughed. “Look—forty is middle…
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The Backcountry Code
Last week I went backcountry skiing in an undisclosed location. I could tell you about it, but I can’t say with any certainty that if I did so, a representative of the Backcountry Illuminati wouldn’t put a hit out on me. You see, backcountry skiing locations are sacred ground, where those willing to make the…
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Feeling Far Away Without Going Far: Wildcat Falls
I love winter hiking, but I get that it isn’t for most. It’s not the easiest recreational activity, both effort-wise and logistically. Especially this winter, when the snow keeps piling on. But, if you’re willing to give it a try, I’m willing to bet that you’ll find the experience very rewarding. My new rhythm for…