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JT Simmons

Heyo! My name is JT, and I'm thru-hiking the Colorado Trail this year in June and July! I'm an incoming college student with a heart for nature, environmental issues, and good town food :) I have done tons of hiking in my home state, Arkansas, including sections of our long trails here. I'm looking forward to getting outside of my comfort zone on the CT! Come adventure with me!

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All Systems Go!

All Systems Go!

Eagle Rock Loop Shakedown Hike It’s time to hit the trail! …well kind of. This is my last shakedown before the start of my CT hike. It’s a time

Jun 7, 2023 : JT Simmons
GEAR!!!

GEAR!!!

My Colorado Trail 2023 Gear List Gear is the literal lifeline of a hiker in the backcountry. It keeps you warm, safe, and dry, and gives you escape

Jun 6, 2023 : JT Simmons
My Over-Researched CT Thru Hike Plan

My Over-Researched CT Thru Hike Plan

So What's the Colorado Trail Again? The Colorado Trail is 500-ish miles of stunning scenery between Denver and Durango. While that distance may seem

Jun 1, 2023 : JT Simmons
Why Hike 500 Miles?

Why Hike 500 Miles?

Heyo!! I'm JT, and I'm going to be hiking the Colorado Trail this summer. I'm really excited to be hiking and to share in this awesome thru-hiking

May 26, 2023 : JT Simmons