Blog•Apr 16, 2026
Committing to the Climb, Part 1
Backroad Portfolio is debuting a three‑part series titled “Committing to the Climb,” authored by Kelly and Ron Gaulden, a South Carolina couple who recently completed a thru‑hike of the Appalachian Trail. The first installment introduces the couple’s journey and sets the stage for deeper reflections on long‑distance hiking. The series will temporarily replace the newsletter’s regular weekly format, returning to it after the third part. Readers can continue for free or upgrade to a paid subscription for full access.
