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Having hiked over 4,000 miles across the country, Carson Hopwood\u2019s understanding of the world, other people, and himself has changed dramatically along the way. Weaving together stories from his thru hikes of the Appalachian and Pacific Crest Trails, as well as his perspective as a transgender person, his message reflects on the values of generosity, openness, and curiosity. When the future feels bleak, Carson implores you to consider that the world may be kinder, stranger, and more wide open than you could imagine.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Having hiked over 4,000 miles across the country, Carson Hopwood\u2019s understanding of the world, other people, and himself has changed dramatically along the way. 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