"Half the walk is but retracing our steps. We should go forth on the shortest walk, perchance, in the spirit of undying adventure, never to return--prepared to send beck our embalmed hearts only as relics to our desolate kingdoms. If you are ready to leave father and mother, brother and sister, and wife and child and friends and never see them again,--if you have paid your debts and made your will, and settled your affairs and are a free man, then you are ready for a walk." Henry David Thoreau, Walking
I am a good friend of Jen Stong, who shared your story and site with me today. I recently moved out to California and would love for you guys to stop by and stay awhile, should you pass through Santa Monica. If you are interested, let me know!
You guys should try to meet up with Armand Young along the way since you'll be passing in opposite directions (He's walking from L.A. to New York). Good luck.
Congratulations on being courageous enough to do exactly what you want! Have a great time making memories of a lifetime. I'll miss you a lot and will see you in 100 days. Have fun wiping with leaves!!
You might be flying East right now...but when you hit the next Wi-Fi, check out our short support statement here: http://www.GatheringofGamers.blogspot.com
Brian! Your site is amazing and I'm so proud of you! Have an amazing time and stay safe...you'll be hearing the sound of those trumpets in Cali very soon my friend:)
hey! guys it me jessica the girl who picked up u two in maine haha well it was a pleasure to run into the two of u i hope ur having a great time where i left u and hope to see the video, be safe and take care! ill check up on u two later!
hey Brian----I am sittiing here looking at your handsome nephew--he is soooo big and doing really well---Sarah is feeling better every day--and Mike is handling fatherhood Great!!! I am here for a few days and then to return w whenever needed. Stay safe and God be with you and Denny Liz Watkins
Yo Deeez I think what you and Brian are doing is great man! It's really awesome. I had my doubts but you guys are truly doing something amazing! Have fun with it and man I'm spreading the word! I'm trying to get my bank ISB&T in Iowa City to support you guys! Good luck and stay in touch! My old man is getting hooked on ur site! haha Miss you man
We are traveling coast-to-coast across the United States, reaching out to the people we encounter along the way and observing how people react and reach out to us. Our adventure began on the Atlantic coast in Maine on May 20, and we hope to reach the Pacific coast by summer's end.
We will live minimally, hiking with our belongings on our backs. We are giving ourselves a $10-per-day spending limit for food. We will not seek out luxuries, trying our best not to pay or ask for accomodations or transportation. That said, we're open to any good fortune that may come our way.
In an adventurous, extreme approach, this is a study of how Americans interact with one another in today's society. We will document the trip through our blog - www.nostrangerland.blogspot.com - with writings, photos, and videos, allowing people to interact and follow along with us on our journey.
WHY WE ARE DOING IT
We want to get to know our country, its people, and ourselves with the hope of inspiring others with our stories. We are tired of the negative news in our world and want to do something uniquely positive to counter it. We hope to create a movement of peace and make America a bit better of a place. We believe kindness is contagious and don't want to live in a society in which people are skeptical of strangers. We want to live in No Stranger Land.
Any way you can! Helping spread the word about our project would be greatly appreciated.
Feel free to contact us any time with specific questions or thoughts at: nostrangerland@gmail.com
Some kind followers have inquired as to how they can donate to the project to ensure we are able to stay afloat and see the journey all the way through. If you are interested in helping out in this way, please click here:
Most importantly, we hope you support us by following our adventure.
Thank you very much for your encouragement!
-Brian Triplett and Denny Clark
THANKS FOR THE SUPPORT
Mom & Dad Triplett
Mom & Dad Clark
Jodie Clark
Grandma Triplett
Grandma AuBuchon
Grandma Clark
Mike & Sarah Triplett
The Baths
Shannon & Brent Hood
Trish Geniesse
George & Charlie AuBuchon
Barbara Thomas
Bill & Judy AuBuchon
Ben McDougal
Matt & Andrea Triplett
Allison & Megan Triplett
Pete & Carol Russell
Davis Brown Law Firm
Candy & Dan Danielson
Steve & Peggy England
Nathalee M.
Dave Gould
Emily Ritchie
Thomas Ritchie
Jay Christensen
Colleen Kinder
Doug Cloven
Eric Randall & his class
Ellen & Larry Burkholder
Ann Cummiskey
John Cummiskey
The Drehs Dave & Kelly Maxwell
Mitch McKnight
Beth Boal
Michael Wiebler
Joan & Sophie in Maine
Tom & Lynn in Maine
Jessica in New Hampshire
Bill & Liz Watkins
John Marvel
Glen McKnight
Britt Carlson Emerton
Nanci & Poppy in New Hampshire
Wil & Mary in New Hampshire
Baristas in Portsmouth
Cheri Olson
Ann & Tucker in Newburyport
Amanda Jenkins
Seacoast High School
Joe & Michelle in Cambridge
Lindsay in Concord
Andy Knaack
Scott in Clinton
Dave & Maureen Burke
A.J. in Amherst
Rita
Monica in Worchester
Meaghan in East Hampton
Don & Irene Stanton
Lauren Nurnberger
Bob & Pam
Everyone at Sheffield's
The Kearns
Andy Triplett
Scott Rieckens
Jeanette Harris
Mike & Ruby Triplett
Doug & Peggy Lynch
Cassandra Pinter
Mike & Rue in New Milford
Mike McDaniel
Kevin & Sue in NYC
The Waitzels in Manasquan
The Steens in Lawrenceville
Meghan Teigen
Susan McPeters
Mark & Nancy McMullen
Karen & Tina Bow
Jessica in Strasburg
Niall & the Megans in Lancaster
Starbucks staff in Exton
Mike Brooks
Kala & Nick Redlin
Jennifer Hull
Peg Cota
Tom Cota
Roger Mohr
John Hauser
Jerry Welcher
Alicia Cikowski
Mary Beth & Said
Mike Brooks
Sarah & Juan
Ross & Anna
Daniel Zeno
These United States
Corinna & Tim in Amissville
Kristen Enari
Caroline in McLean
Officer Ira in Luray
The McGlothlin family
Tony & Anna
The guys hiking the AT
Tim on the Shenandoah
Bucky
Uwe & Silvia from Germany
Cindy in Waynesboro
Marilyn in Knoxville
Erin & Lauren in Knoxville
Alanna, Todd & KoKo in Knoxville
Jeffrey Carroll
Danny Brit
Denis Prior
Meghan Teigen
Jocelyn Pluta
Jessica Adkins
Dan Morrissey
Nate Swetalla
Katie Christensen
Marcia and Desire Street
Bill Cummiskey
Ray & Tony
Brett Baker
The Holbrooks
Benny & Tina
Nancy & the kids
Windy Clark
Liz Tennyson
Scott and Amanda
Sarah in Moab
Howard & Beverly
Mike in Wendover
Scotty, Taylor & Betty
People who email
People who comment
People who honk
People who wave
People who smile
People who talk to us
And everyone following our story!
OUR FAVORITE CHARITY
We had the pleasure of spending time in New York City with Shimmy Mehta, founder of Angelwish. To learn more about his foundation, please click on the image above.
T-SHIRTS PROVIDED BY
Thanks to Active Endeavors! Iowa City
A very special thank you to Mark Weaver and staff for helping us out with quality camping gear.
Thanks to Gander Mountain! Davenport
A very special thank you to Nathan Boynton and staff for providing us with $50 of last-minute essentials.
Thanks to JanSport!
Special thanks to Jason Lucash of JanSport for providing us with brand-new packs.
21 comments:
Can't wait to follow your travels on here for sure...
I'm listening to Brian on The Exchange RIGHT NOW.
I'm so excited for you. If you need a place to crash in Des Moines, please let me know.
Good Luck with your travels. I'll be watching.
Denny,
saw this in the DI today. Had to check it out, ill be checkin back to see how you guys are doing
-Schenk
Come see us when you're on the road.
Sweet my friends. Walk on.
"Half the walk is but retracing our steps. We should go forth on the shortest walk, perchance, in the spirit of undying adventure, never to return--prepared to send beck our embalmed hearts only as relics to our desolate kingdoms. If you are ready to leave father and mother, brother and sister, and wife and child and friends and never see them again,--if you have paid your debts and made your will, and settled your affairs and are a free man, then you are ready for a walk."
Henry David Thoreau, Walking
Hi Brian,
I am a good friend of Jen Stong, who shared your story and site with me today. I recently moved out to California and would love for you guys to stop by and stay awhile, should you pass through Santa Monica. If you are interested, let me know!
Best,
Lindsey Carlin
You guys should try to meet up with Armand Young along the way since you'll be passing in opposite directions (He's walking from L.A. to New York). Good luck.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wTYEGIYYJPw
Hope you have fun adventures, meet new people, and learn a lot! Blessings for a safe journey!
Congratulations on being courageous enough to do exactly what you want! Have a great time making memories of a lifetime. I'll miss you a lot and will see you in 100 days. Have fun wiping with leaves!!
I got word from the Wizard of Odds that you guys would be doing this. I'm excited to follow your trip. Have a blast!
You might be flying East right now...but when you hit the next Wi-Fi, check out our short support statement here: http://www.GatheringofGamers.blogspot.com
Hope you have a debit card for shoes and band-aids. Like Motel 6 we will leave the light on for you here in Davenport. Good Luck! God Bless
Awesome! Have a good time and good luck from Muscatine!
Wish i was going with you, men. Good luck and safe travels!
Brian! Your site is amazing and I'm so proud of you! Have an amazing time and stay safe...you'll be hearing the sound of those trumpets in Cali very soon my friend:)
-Tara
hey! guys it me jessica the girl who picked up u two in maine haha well it was a pleasure to run into the two of u i hope ur having a great time where i left u and hope to see the video, be safe and take care! ill check up on u two later!
It was nice speaking with you at DC's, Denny! Best of luck in everything, what you guys are doing is so admirable! :-)
Walk On Dudes!!!
I posted about your adventure on my blog.
hey Brian----I am sittiing here looking at your handsome nephew--he is soooo big and doing really well---Sarah is feeling better every day--and Mike is handling fatherhood Great!!! I am here for a few days and then to return w
whenever needed.
Stay safe and God be with you and Denny
Liz Watkins
Yo Deeez I think what you and Brian are doing is great man! It's really awesome. I had my doubts but you guys are truly doing something amazing! Have fun with it and man I'm spreading the word! I'm trying to get my bank ISB&T in Iowa City to support you guys! Good luck and stay in touch! My old man is getting hooked on ur site! haha Miss you man
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