After a career as a pastor, Reverend Craig Clapper gave that up to become Hoosier, just another hiker attempting to complete the 2,186-mile Appalachian Trail and earn the title of thru-hiker.Along the way Hoosier meets a new congregation of fellow hikers who are not only seeking fellowship with the wilderness but also the Creator of the wilderness they are hiking through.
A JOURNEY CONNECTING THE CHRISTIAN LIFE WITH REAL LIFE
'Hoosier' (former pastor Craig Clapper) did an excellent job of connecting his full AT hiking experience and lessons to that of Biblical principles and real life. At the end of the day (journey), the most important and influences were linked to the relationships and connections that he made with fellow hikers.
Good, inspirational book. I would say it's about 30% trail stories and 70% spiritual lessons. I found myself wanting just the opposite. Wanted to hear more of his time on the trail and interactions with other hikers. Finished the book wishing I lived near the AT so I could be a trail angel.