Julia Varela

Hi I’m Julia! I like dogs, food, and most obviously: hiking. Join me on my journey to being a backpacker.

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Trail Fail

Trail Fail

What do you do when your first backpacking trip doesn’t go as planned? You, like me, may have grand dreams of hiking long trails, seeing different

Jul 14, 2022 : Julia Varela
Prepping for a Thru-Hike

Prepping for a Thru-Hike

There’s a lot that goes into preparing for your first thru-hike. For some people, it may be as simple as grabbing a tent and hopping on the trail,

Jun 23, 2022 : Julia Varela
Trekking Poles, Jetboil, Bear Spray… Oh My!

Trekking Poles, Jetboil, Bear Spray… Oh My!

If you’re anything like me, you love a good gear list. I love reading up on what other people plan to bring on the trail and hearing others debate

Jun 23, 2022 : Julia Varela
Everything Is Big and Scary from Inside of a Tent: An Ode to My First Night of Backpacking

Everything Is Big and Scary from Inside of a Tent: An Ode to My First Night of Backpacking

A note to my past self: sleeping in the woods is a big adjustment. And yes, you should have practiced setting up your tent an extra time.

May 26, 2022 : Julia Varela