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Derick Lugo

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Derick Lugo is an accomplished storyteller, best known as the author of the captivating book The Unlikely Thru-Hiker. In this widely acclaimed memoir, he humorously recounts his remarkable six-month journey along the Appalachian Trail. With a knack for engaging narratives, Derick has contributed to various outdoor magazines and penned captivating short stories for several publications.

His second book, A Fabulous Thru-Hike—chronicling his thrilling five-month thru-hike of the Continental Divide Trail—is now available. He’s also working on a delightful children’s picture book.

Beyond his writing prowess, Derick Lugo is a highly sought-after keynote speaker, an intrepid adventurer, and the charismatic host of the popular Unlikely Stories Podca
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Derick Lugo Yes, I made a point not to curse because I wanted parents to be able to share my story with their littles. I don't really curse much, especially becau…moreYes, I made a point not to curse because I wanted parents to be able to share my story with their littles. I don't really curse much, especially because I'm doing many speaking engagements at schools, and I'm just accustomed to keeping my language clean. However, I do love to make up words that sound like curses, like son-of-a-Brooklyn-Bridge. ;-D
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A Country of Kindness

I’ve celebrated the Fourth of July in some pretty incredible places.

Sometimes it was in a small trail town where hikers and locals gathered around picnic tables. Other years, it was on a mountain summit, watching fireworks bloom in the distance long after the sun had disappeared. I’ve spent Independence Day in campgrounds, city parks, and more than a few places where the only celebration was t

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“I'm not sure who started it, but we have taken up the habit of signaling our arrival with a woot woot call. When everyone is present, we take a group photo of the Moving Village: Overdrive, Big Foot, Downhill, Soho, Halfway, the Kid, Jolly 3-0, Doc, Trudger, Kevin (now Tower, named for his childlike love of fire towers and his tall frame), and a hiker who has finally accepted his trail name, Mr. Fabulous.”
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“It's not about getting to the end but the process it takes to get there. It's the sense of strength, endurance, and accomplishment that makes this experience worthwhile.”
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“Most people live in this world asleep. We go through our routines, have our habits, are seduced by the illusions of advertising and consumerism, which create a life lacking in authenticity and integrity and sometimes real love.”
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Vanessa Hollingshead Derrick,

I am way behind reading, but joined your book club, because it's you. I am currently reading 4 books at once. Treasury of Womens Quotations, Eat, Pray, Love, Modern Drunkard, and Lennon. You have great taste in books. let me know when you get to piece of cake by cupcake brown. See you sunday, Love, V


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