My parents indoctrinated me to hiking and backpacking when I was a baby, and I've been at it ever since! I spent my childhood in the Pacific Northwest and I'm currently based on the east coast, recently relocated after almost a decade in California. This summer, my dad and I are returning to California to hike the High Sierra Trail!
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My Gear: Part 2
The Tech My last gear post covered some of the big essentials: pack, tent, and sleep setup. For this one, we’re going smaller, getting into the
A Love Story
Although I didn’t live there until I was an adult, California holds some of my earliest memories.
My Gear: Part 1
My gear list for the High Sierra Trail is likely to evolve as we get closer to the trip. There are some things, though, that are pretty sure to be
If You’ll Permit Me
Getting a permit to hike the High Sierra Trail can be a finicky endeavor, as slots are limited during peak season.
He’s Not Like a Regular Dad, He’s a Cool Dad
My dad and I have been hiking and backpacking together for just about my entire life. We like to think we're pretty good at it by now!
The High Sierra Trail: What, Why, How
This summer, my dad and I are bound for California -- where he grew up and where I lived the first nine years of my adult life. High Sierra Trail, here we come!
Hello, World!
Hello, world of The Trek! I’m Vienna, and I’m super excited to be joining The Trek’s team of 2024 trail bloggers. This year, I'm headed for the High Sierra Trail, a short but spectacular thru-hike in California. Welcome aboard!