Climbs, Mud, Heat, and Rain SOBO on the Long Trail
Nothing too fancy, just a quick update. This is actually a few days back. I'm currently right after I-89, between Route 2 and the Winooski River. The first 50 miles...
Thoughts on Leaving Trail, and Ankle Surgery
It's been a few days since I've posted. Maybe it's because I don't feel as though I have anything to add to TheTrek.co or that I don't have anything to...
Volunteers Repair Fire-Damaged Section of CDT
The section of the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail (CDT) that was destroyed in the 2017 Image Montana Wilderness Association and the Revamping Plans for the CDT Image Blaze the...
Fast Facts About My AT Thru-Hike
Hello again! It's been just over two weeks since I summited Mount Katahdin and finished my Appalachian Trail thru-hike. Now that I've taken some time to recuperate, I'm ready to...
My Hike Ends with a Memorable Day on Katahdin
Welcome back for another trail update. Day 93, 12.2 Miles: Campsite at Mile 2,064.2 to Monson As expected, it rained throughout most of the evening but I managed to stay...
Monson Provides, and a Shakedown Eases the Load
While I loved the beginning and the 100 miles of wilderness, it was nice to finally reach a town. Monson is the first town you come across for us SOBOs,...
What I Appreciate, What I Don’t Miss
I recently stayed in town (Truckee, CA) for a few days as I was lucky enough to have grown up near the area and have a place to stay. I...
Call Me Wildlife; and Lily Is Muddy Boots
That's my name now - don't wear it out! And Lily's trail name is Muddy Boots. We made it through the 100-Mile Wilderness in two pieces (one each, of course),...
Fires Close Two Sections of PCT in Southern Oregon
Two sections of the Pacific Crest Trail in southern Oregon have been closed as wildfires rage across the West, claiming lives and destroying homes. The Pacific Crest Trail Association, which
Cold Soaking: A Day in the Life
Cold soaking is the culinary art of backpacking without a stove (see also, stoveless). While most hikers choose to carry a device with which they can cook a meal with...
