Jacob Barstow

Howdy, I’m Jacob! Originally from Louisiana, I now live in Seattle. I love the outdoors, especially rock climbing. My favorite climb is the Becky Route on Liberty Bell. Fun fact: My best friend and I have matching pizza tattoos. PCT thru-hiker ‘21.

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A Tale of Two Beers on the PCT

A Tale of Two Beers on the PCT

The Bodhizafa First of all, these are not just any old beers. They are Bodhis, short for Bodhizafa, from Georgetown Brewing in Seattle. My favorite,

Apr 27, 2021 : Jacob Barstow
PCT DAY 1: The Nitty Gritty

PCT DAY 1: The Nitty Gritty

Well the first day came and went. Lots of feelings were had. I want to talk about some nitty-gritty details of the first day I was not expecting.

Apr 13, 2021 : Jacob Barstow
Gnarly Wind in the Goat Rocks

Gnarly Wind in the Goat Rocks

This is a story I've been wanting to tell from a PCT section hike preparing for the big one. A Smoky Foreshadowing I was mid-way through a 5-day

Apr 9, 2021 : Jacob Barstow
PCT Shakedown: Goat Rocks Wilderness

PCT Shakedown: Goat Rocks Wilderness

Learnings from a PCT section hike shakedown in the Goat Rocks Wilderness

Apr 4, 2021 : Jacob Barstow
Why Am I Thru-Hiking the Pacific Crest Trail?

Why Am I Thru-Hiking the Pacific Crest Trail?

Why am I voluntarily deciding to live a transient life on the trail for 2,650 -ish miles and nearly 5 months? Deciding to leave the safety and

Mar 14, 2021 : Jacob Barstow