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A Flip Flop on the PCT – Our Experience So Far
What is a Flip Flop? Thru-hikers generally decide on a direction to hike a trail based on several factors. Often, work or school can play a factor,
Sierra Nevada Shenanigans – A Reflection
Getting You Up to Date on the PCT Before I begin with a reflection on the Sierra Nevada, my last update came from Wrightwood public library before
The False Start Mindset: Resilience in the Face of Injury
Trigger Warning: Pictures of my Feet Starting on the Pacific Crest Trail Sean and I started our thru-hike on Tuesday May 14th, excited after a
Personal Safety: Are Throwing Axes the Ultimate Trail Defense
What is on Trail that Necessitates Personal Safety? As I get closer to our next long distance hike, I find myself listening to Backpacker Radio more
Pacific Crest Trail: Thru-Hike 2 – The Return to Dirtbagging
A May 14th NOBO permit for the Pacific Crest Trail. A 63-day countdown. A full-time job to finish. A life to pack up in boxes. An ever-growing To Do
A Trio of English Walks Part 3: The South Downs Way
Headed South in Autumn My last planned hike of 2020 was the South Downs Way. I was back in the swing of walking so knew that I could enjoy this trip
A Trio of English Walks: Part 2 – The Cotswold Way
(Cotswold) Way Out of my League? I accomplished the Ridgeway in July with no real sense of challenge. I felt strong and loved the feeling of having
A Trio of English Walks: Part 1 – The Ridgeway
Hiking During Covid-19: Travel Bans Galore 2020 has turned out differently than anyone (except Epidemiologists) could have expected. As a result,
The Maine Event: Why Maine Is So Tough for NOBO Hikers
"Started From The Bottom, Now We're Here" - Drake After four months and three weeks of hiking, The Sauce and I arrived to the final state line of
Making Mountains Out of Molehills – The Whites Can’t be That Hard, Right?
I was getting bored of hiking every day. The mid-Atlantic States were hot, and often without any mountains or views, though I still loved hanging by