Erik Collins

Hello! My name is Erik! I will be attempting a thru hike of the PCT in 2024. I am no stranger to backpacking and camping so I excited for my first thru hike. I found my love for the outdoors while living in Arizona for 10 years. I am proud to say I have been a vegan for 6 years. I look forward to sharing my journey with you all and hope to see you on the trail!

Posts

3 Months Post Trail… “How are you doing?”

3 Months Post Trail… “How are you doing?”

3 Months Post Trail Just 3 months ago, I made it to the Northern Terminus of the PCT. Time is such a weird concept in life. Time is essentially the

Nov 28, 2024 : Erik Collins
Part 2: PCT Questions, Predictions, and Reflections!!

Part 2: PCT Questions, Predictions, and Reflections!!

Part 2: The Post Trail Responses  Prior to trail, I was inspired by the final episodes on the “Trail Correspondents” podcast by Backpacker

Aug 18, 2024 : Erik Collins
Washington Section Top 5

Washington Section Top 5

Washington Section of the PCT  We crossed the Bridge of Gods on July 27. I was excited for the final stretch of the PCT going northbound while

Aug 15, 2024 : Erik Collins
Resupply Plan in Oregon

Resupply Plan in Oregon

Oregon Resupply  After what felt like a decade in California,we made it to the California/Oregon Border of the Pacific Crest Trail. For the

Jul 26, 2024 : Erik Collins
The Trail Angels of NorCal

The Trail Angels of NorCal

The Trail Angels of NorCal Throughout my entire journey on the PCT, I have come in contact with so many amazing people who are willing to help

Jul 14, 2024 : Erik Collins
Keep Moving Forward

Keep Moving Forward

Let’s Recap My Journey I made it to Kennedy Meadows South (KMS) on April 13. My group took time to complete Mount Baden Powell, which we had skipped

Jul 7, 2024 : Erik Collins
Adventures on the Oregon Coast Trail

Adventures on the Oregon Coast Trail

From the PCT to the OCT: A group of us decided to take time to hike the Oregon Coast Trail to allow time for the Sierras to clear up a bit. We had

Jun 6, 2024 : Erik Collins
Accept the Unexpected…

Accept the Unexpected…

Kennedy Meadows We reached Kennedy Meadows South and stayed at the Grumpy Bears Retreat. Grumpy Bears is another place that I would highly

May 12, 2024 : Erik Collins
A Hiker Gathering, A Night Hike and an Angel in Disguise

A Hiker Gathering, A Night Hike and an Angel in Disguise

Miles 500-703 After having to get off trail for a few days due to illness, I was relieved to have a great stretch of trail between miles

Apr 25, 2024 : Erik Collins
Fuel for the Trail: Exploring Vegan and Gluten-Free Options

Fuel for the Trail: Exploring Vegan and Gluten-Free Options

Food on the trail is so important. Sometimes, it seems like the next snack or meal is the only thing that keeps hikers going. The vegan and

Apr 7, 2024 : Erik Collins