Charles "Extra" Argast

Hello, my name is Charles Argast. Having grown up in Calgary Alberta, with the towering Canadian Rockies crossing the horizon, I have grown to appreciated the spirit of adventure and have sought it out in some of the most rugged and remote places. After completing my first thru hike on the CDT in 24’ I decided to continue my long trail journey onto the PCT this year. Follow along if you want to find out how I got the trail name “Extra”.

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PCT: Here we go again!

PCT: Here we go again!

Arrival    May 19. Landing in San Diego, I felt both excited and anxious. San Diego is a paradox. A lush vibrate city, surrounded by

Jun 7, 2025 : Charles "Extra" Argast
Pre-PCT: Terminal Thoughts

Pre-PCT: Terminal Thoughts

 Here we go again...   I'm waiting for boarding, sipping bland overpriced coffee. I can feel an anxious buzz that permeates the air. It's

May 19, 2025 : Charles "Extra" Argast
Pre-PCT: Reflections and Reconnecting with the Magic of Trail

Pre-PCT: Reflections and Reconnecting with the Magic of Trail

  The day I start my PCT thru hike is swiftly approaching. I’ve had plenty of time to save up and plan. After completing the Continental Divide

May 11, 2025 : Charles "Extra" Argast