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Derick Lugo

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Brooklyn, NY, The United States
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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 for pre-order. 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
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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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Derick Lugo Haha! You'll just have to read my next book to find out! ;-D
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" Hey everyone! I’m Derick Lugo — author of The Unlikely Thru-Hiker: An Appalachian Trail Journey and A Fabulous Thru-Hike: 3,100 Miles on the Continent ...more "
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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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