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The Cure for What Ails You
I mean it y'all. Sometimes a long walk (or run, or ride, or whatever) is just what the doctor ordered. This becomes more clear every time I talk
“Adult” is a 5-Letter Word: Don’t Neglect These Things Before Your Hike
Preparing for a thru hike can be lots of fun, but it's not all shakedown hikes and candy bar taste tests. There's just a lot of stuff to do. Some
You Can’t Even Imagine!
With start dates rapidly approaching, tons of 2017 thru hikers are starting to freak out. Lots of second-guessing going on, from start dates, to
Waiting is the Hard Part
Preparation, or obsession? When it comes to thru hiking, it's a pretty thin line for most of us. Especially if the upcoming thru hike isn't your
Wilderness and Getting “Out There,” by Hike or by Bike
First, I'll take off my thru-hiker hat and advocate for improving bicycle access to Wilderness Areas. Then, I'll unclip the helmet and look at Wilderness with my feet on the ground.
So, I think I’m going to hike the PCT in 2017!
After my 2013 thru hike of the Appalachian Trail, I'm getting ready to try my feet on the Pacific Crest Trail. I'm stoked to return to the Hiker Trash life, snarf some pizza, and hike "upstream" all over again!