Jasmyn Barca

I’m Whistles, a generalist species of the outdoors with thru-hiking as my muse. I am interested in finding the outer limits of my comfort zone, and after hiking the PCT, Ouachita Trail, and several international trails, I have yet to find them. Walk with me in 2025 on the Uinta Highline, the Colorado Trail, and the Arizona Trail for some classic American West introspection.

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Chess Game

Chess Game

A Practice Round Utah Canyons Double Rainbow over the Goosenecks; Photo Credit: Rick Spicer In May, I had the opportunity to visit Utah and try

Jun 29, 2025 : Jasmyn Barca
Unorthodox Training Plans

Unorthodox Training Plans

Not all hiking trips have to be hardcore, even the training ones.   I want to train for my upcoming hiking season of three challenging

Apr 22, 2025 : Jasmyn Barca
Life According to an Airport Napkin

Life According to an Airport Napkin

The Pattern  I suppose everyone becomes a bit more introspective and self-aware in their 30s. I have recognized a pattern in my life where I

Apr 1, 2025 : Jasmyn Barca