Hey I'm Jeff (he/him/his). I am a human who loves to move on trails wherever they lead. I grew up in the Pacific Northwest and found my passion for hiking there. I love spending time in natural spaces and find growth each time I am outside. This 2021 I will be attempting the Appalachian Trail and Continental Divide Trail. Pending the state of the world and unknown's. Starting Feb 25.
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Where Does the Time Go on a Town Day?!
I always wonder how it gets to be so late on a town day that was supposed to be a rest day. Where did all that time go and what did I do with it? Read about my day!
5 Photos From My First 500 Miles on the AT
Check out some pictures from the first 500 miles of my AT thru-hike.
A Story From My First Week on the AT: Asking For Help
Phew, I made it to the Nantahala Outdoor Center, about 130 miles into the Appalachian Trail. The past week synthesized into a few words would be:
I Start Tomorrow…The Unanswerable Questions.
Read about a few questions I have on the day before I start my trip on back to back attempts of the Appalachian Trail and Continental Divide Trail.
Tools to Practice Mindfulness While I Hike the AT & CDT in 2021
Read about a few ways I am planning on practicing mindfulness while on trail. Thru-hiking is just as much mental as it is physical.
Trail Foods I Am Excited For on the AT
Trail food isn't the most exciting. Take a moment to read about a few items that I am bringing along in order to make my food scene a bit more interesting.
My Goals While on Trail in 2021 – More Than Just Making Miles
Read about some of the personal goals I have while on trail in 2021. Goals can be so much more than just making the needed miles.
How to Recycle Your Used Hiking Shoes
Did you know hikers may use up to 20,000 pairs of shoes a hiking season? Read about ways to recycle your used hiking shoes and have a positive impact on the world.
My Scariest Moments While Hiking in 2020
Read about the scariest moments of my 2020 hiking season. From outrunning falling trees in Washington to getting caught in a snow storm in the Colorado backcountry. It is exciting!
Top Photos of My 2020 Hiking Season
My Approach to Hiking Photos The top photos of my 2020 hiking season were hard to choose. In my hiking experience I have never been the one to carry