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PCT Eve
'Twas the night before thru-hike, when all through the camp,Not a creature was stirring, each ready to tramp;Their backpacks were
I Crossed the PCT Five Times on a Train
I took a very roundabout way to get to the PCT. Before landing at the southern terminus in Campo, I took a 25-day train trip, weaving all around the
My 2024 PCT Gear List
Below is what I am taking on my upcoming thru-hike of the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT). It is common for bloggers to post their gear list before
The Long Way to Campo
The southern terminus of the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) is located on the U.S.-Mexico border in the town of Campo, California. In a few weeks, I will
I Didn’t Need This on the AT! Adjusting my Gear for the PCT
Crunch Time I am one month away from starting my Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) thru-hike! I am planning to begin at the Mexican border on April 8th,
My Favorite Way to Train for a Thru-Hike
As I prepare for my PCT thru-hike, I have been focusing on physical fitness. When I’m home in Virginia Beach, I’m in the gym every day. That’s fine,
How I Got 2 Years Off of the Military to Thru-Hike
I always knew I wanted to be a thru-hiker. I began backpacking at a young age and my passion for long hikes grew over the years. I dreamed of the day
PCT Tent Shopping: the Devil is in the Details
Whether you love it or hate it, shopping for backpacking gear is a lot of work. There is much to consider: weight, material, dimensions, durability,
Looking West from Katahdin
The mountains around me were breathtaking but I could only see one thing. The iconic sign on the summit of Mt Katahdin was in sight. It had been a