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A weekly letter about running across countries, aging without slowing down, dogs who changed my life, and the people and places along the way.

All Anything is possible Aging athletes Run across America People, places & food Dogs

David Green 8/6/26 David Green 8/6/26

To Be Like Mike

Ultrarunner Michael Wardian talks curiosity, his 2027 solo row across the Atlantic, and running the Pacific Crest Trail — 2,650 miles in 60 days.

David Green 7/30/26 David Green 7/30/26

Staying Alive

Five years ago, I reached Sedan, Nebraska right on schedule and knocked on a trailer door to ask permission to park for the night. Here's what was on the other side, and why I still run toward uncertainty instead of away from it.

David Green 6/18/26 David Green 6/18/26

Appreciative Urgency

Ultrarunner Bob Becker lying on the grass in front of the Mt. Zion Cemetery headstone during David Green's run across America, July 2021.

David Green 6/4/26 David Green 6/4/26

Obstacles Are The Way

David Green and Lucky at the Springer Mountain Southern Terminus plaque, Appalachian National Scenic Trail