Starlight

I’m Starlight, and my life is full of success… depending on your definition. I’m halfway through my twenties, no kids or marriage (yet), and a college dropout. I thru-hiked the Appalachian Trail in 2024 & will be hiking the Pacific Crest Trail in 2026. My definition of success is joy, and I’ve found it. If that resonates with you, follow along with me on my adventures & subscribe to my blog for updates!

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Ch. 106 – Tunnel Falls & Tiny Creatures

Ch. 106 – Tunnel Falls & Tiny Creatures

Boostie and I caught up to Frodo this morning just before reaching the blue blaze to town. Our plan for today was to take the blue blaze to see the

Sep 4, 2026 : Starlight
Ch. 105 – Leaving Mt. Hood & Lunar Eclipse

Ch. 105 – Leaving Mt. Hood & Lunar Eclipse

“Want some coffee since I’m walking back to the lodge?” “Yes, please!” Boostie replied from inside his tent. We’d set up camp about one-tenth of a

Sep 3, 2026 : Starlight
Ch. 104 – Homesick & Here’s Johnny!

Ch. 104 – Homesick & Here’s Johnny!

I woke up this morning well-rested and ready to seize the day, albeit a little sweaty. The rooms at Timberline Lodge have feather beds, which are the

Sep 2, 2026 : Starlight
Ch. 103 – Timberline & Taking a Dip

Ch. 103 – Timberline & Taking a Dip

Reader discretion advised: I quote a curse word in paragraph no. 3, shield thine eyes if you so wish! I got in up to my thighs, then my stomach. It

Sep 1, 2026 : Starlight
Ch. 102 – Fifty Kilometers & Fires All Around

Ch. 102 – Fifty Kilometers & Fires All Around

Reader discretion advised - I quote a curse word, so shield thine eyes if you prefer! I’m sure you can tell from the title… but yeah. 50k.

Aug 31, 2026 : Starlight
Ch. 101 – Hot Girl Summer & Hazy Horizons

Ch. 101 – Hot Girl Summer & Hazy Horizons

“So mad at myself for staying at the lake last night,” a man I’d never seen before said to me at the creek. Boostie and I had made coffee in camp

Aug 30, 2026 : Starlight
Ch. 100 – Mountain Goats & Milestones

Ch. 100 – Mountain Goats & Milestones

“There’s a real treat for you guys up there,” a woman going southbound told me first thing this morning. “Yeah? What is it?” I asked, assuming some

Aug 29, 2026 : Starlight
Ch. 99 – Reality & Reminiscing

Ch. 99 – Reality & Reminiscing

I did the math today. If we average 20 mile days, we’ll get to the current end point (Snoqualmie Pass) in 19 days. If we average 15 mile days, we’ll

Aug 28, 2026 : Starlight
Ch. 98 – Big Lake & Bad News

Ch. 98 – Big Lake & Bad News

Right out the gate, we were on a mission this morning. Boostie and I woke up at 6am and were hiking by 6:45. In about 4.5 miles, we’d reach the Big

Aug 27, 2026 : Starlight
Ch. 97 – Sisters & Sweet People

Ch. 97 – Sisters & Sweet People

“Ughhh I’m exhausted,” I heard Boostie say after both our alarms went off. “We can sleep in a bit more if you want,” I replied, hoping for a yes. I

Aug 26, 2026 : Starlight