Amy

I'm known as Amy off the trail, and Tuff Broad on the trail. I hiked the PCT in 2016, and the AT in 2017. Hiking helps me take myself a little less seriously, makes me grateful for these legs of mine, and reminds me how much I like Cheetos. I could eat macaroni and cheese every day. If you'd like to read about what other foods I like, and the trails that I've hiked, you can read more at my personal blog http://www.cookingscraps.com.

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Gear Review: Osprey Lumina 60L

Gear Review: Osprey Lumina 60L

Osprey Lumina 60 Basic Specs Volume: 54/57/60L (Women's XS/S/M) Weight: 1.799/1.874/1.949lbs (Women's XS/S/M) Weight Capacity: 10-30lbs

Mar 25, 2018 : Amy
2018 PCT Info Part II: Keeping Yourself and the PCT Healthy

2018 PCT Info Part II: Keeping Yourself and the PCT Healthy

This is Part II of our 2018 PCT Guide. Read Part I here. It is often said that the only way to truly prepare yourself for a thru-hike is

Feb 2, 2018 : Amy
2018 PCT Info Part I: Permits, Closures, Sections, and More

2018 PCT Info Part I: Permits, Closures, Sections, and More

If you’re attempting a section hike or thru-hike of the PCT this year, you probably have some questions. Do I need a permit? How do I walk into

Jan 27, 2018 : Amy
Gear Review: Sierra Designs’ Cloud 20ºF Sleeping Bag

Gear Review: Sierra Designs’ Cloud 20ºF Sleeping Bag

Sierra Designs Cloud 20-Degree Description Sierra Design’s Cloud is a lightweight zipperless mummy style sleeping bag. It features a unique

Dec 30, 2017 : Amy
Isle Royale National Park: Choose Your Own Adventure

Isle Royale National Park: Choose Your Own Adventure

Already planning your trips for next year? Me too. If you only have a week to get away, Isle Royale National Park proves for a great escape. 

Dec 5, 2017 : Amy
Fight Less, Hike Happy: Dealing With Hiking Partner Conflict

Fight Less, Hike Happy: Dealing With Hiking Partner Conflict

Keep happy as a couple, learn from our mistakes on the trail.

Nov 12, 2017 : Amy
2018 PCT Permit Registration Opens November 1st

2018 PCT Permit Registration Opens November 1st

For the 2018 season 35 permits will become available at 10:30AM PT on November 1st, 2017 with the remaining 15 permits becoming available at 10:30AM PT on January 17, 2017.

Sep 25, 2017 : Amy
Give Yourself a Break: Planning Rest Days on Your Thru-hike

Give Yourself a Break: Planning Rest Days on Your Thru-hike

To be successful in completing your thru-hike you need to: have realistic expectations, consider your budget so you don’t spend all your money before you reach your end goal, and allow yourself more time than you think you’ll need to finish your hike to allow for weather and much needed rest days.

Aug 8, 2017 : Amy