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Southbound into Oregon
So many NOBOs told me, “you’ll love Oregon. It’s flat, and you’ll easily be able to get 30-35 mile days.” Hmmm… I believed them. I was
Doing what I love, while doing what I love
Hikers need yoga. That’s a given. And maybe it’s not everyday that someone who teaches yoga for a living hikes the PCT and gets to offer her
The End of Washington
Bittersweet … that’s the best word that comes to mind. Completing Washington on my SOBO thru-hike was a bittersweet moment. It
Music Recommendations?
Sometimes when I’m on trail, music is nice to have playing. I made a playlist on Spotify before leaving for the trail, but I would love some input
A Life of Extremes
In the span of a couple days (and about 100 trail miles), it went from thunderstorms, rain and cold, to extreme heat, smoke and fire. Talk about
I have to break up with my Zpacks backpack
People have shared that gear may shift along the course of a thru-hike, but it is not without some sadness that I didn’t get my pack choice right
How I got my Trail Name….Sofa Queen
“And when you’re in a Slump you’re not in for much fun. Un-slumping yourself is not easily done“ There were a couple things I knew I
The Final Farewell
The week leading up to my departure was bittersweet. I said many good-byes. Yet, what was so interesting about each one, deep down (while difficult
Health is Wealth
Health is wealth; to be healthy is to be wealthy. Never take for granted the body you have. Stress can impair you.
T-Minus 10 weeks…
I realize 10 weeks is still 2.5 months away, but as the end of spring nears and the start of the summer looms, my flight to Seattle will be here