Southern route · westbound

A coast-to-coast American Discovery Trail expedition

Anything’s
Possible

Cape Henlopen to Point Reyes. One hiker, roughly 5,060 miles, and a nationwide network being built to meet him at the crossings.

DelawareSouthern ADTCalifornia
01 / THE MISSION

Every mile
means more

A supported, solo attempt across the southern route of the American Discovery Trail—built around showing up, moving west, and proving what determined people can do.

The expedition begins at the Atlantic in Delaware and ends at the Pacific at Point Reyes, California. This HQ will bring together the route, the public Garmin position, trail-crossing coordination, and practical information for the people helping along the way.

02 / LIVE POSITION

Find Daniel on Garmin

During the expedition, the public Garmin MapShare link will be the live source of truth.

Visitors will come here first, then tap through to Garmin to see the latest inReach position and adjust crossing meetups when the day runs early or late.

Tracker not connected yet
Garmin inReach · MapShare

Public map comes next

The live button will activate after the inReach device and public MapShare URL are configured.

No simulated location is shown while the tracker is offline.

1 · TrackThe inReach records Daniel’s latest field position.
2 · CheckTrail angels open this HQ and tap into Garmin MapShare.
3 · AdjustMeetup timing shifts around the latest public position.
03 / ROUTE OVERVIEW

Atlantic to Pacific

The direction and major regions are settled. The exact trail line and road-crossing schedule will be published from the final GPX/KML route—never approximated.

StartCape HenlopenDelaware · Atlantic Ocean
EastAppalachian regionMoving west on the Southern ADT
MidwestRiver countryCommunities, crossings and long miles
PlainsKansasOpen country and support logistics
WestRockies & desertColorado, Utah and Nevada segments
FinishPoint ReyesCalifornia · Pacific Ocean

Exact route pending. The final interactive route and verified crossing points will be added when Daniel’s Southern ADT track file is complete. Until then, this overview deliberately avoids drawing a false trail line.

04 / TRAIL ANGELS

Meet him
at the crossing

The best support is practical—and human.

Trail angels will use the route schedule and live Garmin position to meet Daniel safely at designated public crossings. Some stops will be quick. Every one will matter.

Coordination opens after route verification

Crossing dates, windows and safe meetup points will appear here once the exact track is published.

01

Water

Cold water and planned resupply at a confirmed public crossing.

02

Food

A fast handoff that keeps the day moving without slowing the record pace.

03

Company

A few encouraging miles, a quick hug, a shirt or an autograph at the crossing.

04

Timing

Check Garmin before leaving so an early or late arrival does not become a missed meetup.

05 / SPONSORS & DONATIONS

Back the miles

Two kinds of support keep this expedition moving—and each has a clear purpose.

Sponsor the expedition

Sponsorship is an advertising partnership that helps support Daniel’s family while he is on the trail and funds the practical reality behind a roughly 5,060-mile, coast-to-coast effort.

Give to St. Jude

Charitable donations are separate from sponsorships. They go directly to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

1¢ / mile$1 / mile

Choose any amount in that range—or set a custom pledge—for about 5,060 miles total.

Title Sponsor

One available
$75,000

“ANYTHING’S POSSIBLE, presented by [Company]”

  • Logo on trail shirt chest, hat, and support vehicle
  • Top billing on the website, press, and media
  • Monthly dedicated social features
  • Film credit

Expedition Partner

Two available
$35,000
  • Sleeve logo
  • Placement on the website partner wall
  • Press and social mentions

Trail Supporter

Four available
$15,000
  • Logo on the website
  • Social thank-yous
  • Gear page listing

Mile Sponsor

Open
$5,000
  • Name on the website
  • Social shout-outs
IN-KIND TRACK

Gear partners

Outfit the expedition with gear built for the long haul. Partner gear will be worn, used, and reviewed across 5,060 miles.

Have a different idea? Custom partnerships are welcome.
SPONSOR INQUIRY

Start the conversation

Tell Daniel about your company and the partnership you have in mind. Submitting opens your email app with the details ready to send.

06 / SAFETY

One risk above all

Daniel has a life-threatening yellow-jacket allergy. The support plan treats anaphylaxis readiness as a first-order requirement.

Two epinephrine auto-injectorsCarried and kept immediately accessible.
Medical alert identificationVisible information for rapid response.
AntihistaminesPart of the documented allergy kit.
Support-team awarenessEvery active crew member knows the risk and response plan.