Hi, I'm Darcey! I'm a California-based hiker attempting the PCT NOBO in 2026. Off-trail you'll find me running with my dog Mica, rock climbing, or watching an exorbitant amount of Survivor. Follow along as I document the ups, downs, and questionable snack decisions along the way!
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Rain Rain Go Away
I spent today chasing rain that never came. The forecast had said we’d have thunderstorms all day from about 10 AM until 6 PM. I packed up my tent
Not Without a Fight
Well, back to trail today. I don’t think I’m looking forward to this stretch. The weather is looking up, but rain and cold are still expected to fall
So Cozy
My main goal this morning was to finish chores before the storm starts. The Airbnb unfortunately didn’t have a washer and dryer, so we had to go back
Storm Watch
This morning was cold and foggy. A storm is definitely coming. I took another short road walk to lead me to the shuttle pickup spot, and shivered
What I Eat in a Day
We had a little visitor in camp last night. I woke up around midnight to the crinkling of the plastic apple picking bag I’ve been carrying for my
Siesta
My tent was still wet when I woke up this morning. It must have been cold last night. I was so warm snuggled up in my quilt that I didn’t
A Very Washington Welcome
I woke up to rain. It was so nice and soothing to wake up all dry and cozy with the sound of the rain hitting my tent until I realized I had to
Oregon Was Good to Us
The last day in Oregon did not disappoint. Drom and I took the Eagle Creek trail alternate into Cascade Locks. It’s less traveled compared to the
THE FKT
I love walking in the forest. It felt like a very quintessential Pacific Northwest kind of day. I packed up camp and started hiking in my puffy
All Work and No Play
The bunk room at the Timberline Lodge was warm and cozy all night. I slept so well. We all slept so well that we wanted to book another night and








