Bloggers
Knock Knock… You’re late! : Day 1 on the CDT
I might as well have been in a Halloween costume, walking around the University of Arizona with a full loaded backpack for a thru hike. Being surrounded by shirtless jocks...
Balance
Finding the balance between sight-seeing and making trail miles. Managing the disparate needs on trail All of life is about balance. Trail life is no different, even though the things...
Packing my Fears: Gear Updates for the CDT
Sunny days, cold nights, wildlife, and limited trail towns are just a few fears I’ll be packing to experience along the CDT. In this blog, I’ll be discussing the updates...
Goodbye Amsterdam, Howdy Montana
Why my boss made me hike the CDT and the heartbreak of leaving for yet another thru-hike.
Kale on Trail, Swill in the Ville (Eating Well on the CDT)
Let's talk about food! By the time you read this, we'll be headed west on a multi-day journey to the Crazy Cook monument at the southern terminus of the Continental...
“Walk All Day”
“Walk All Day” I'm standing alone but still with my friends. Their eyes watch from afar, their support shows no end. I know there's no pressure. I'm the one who's...
The next big adventure: SOBO on the Continental Divide Trail
Embarking on a long hike feels like stepping into a new adventure with every stride. For me, it's not just a journey; it's a lifeline. My next adventure? Thru-hiking the...
From Where I Left Off….To a SOBO CDT Hike
Peeps – hello again! When last I wrote last November I had finished the Arizona Trail and my knee prognosis seemed grim. I worried that future long hikes were out...
Welcome to Azul’s 2024 Trek: About Me
Hello all! I'm Renee, my trail and blogger name is Azul. I thought I would start with a short introduction post as I prepare to hit the trail in 2024....
How I Got Lost Before Even Stepping Foot on the CDT
Before conquering the deserts, mountains, and prairies of the Continental Divide Trail, hikers must face the equally challenging obstacle of organizing and planning their thru hike and my