Mackenzie

Hey it's Wilt! The thru-hiking bug bit me in 2018 when in I completed the Appalachian trail, I also hiked the Tahoe Rim Trail in 2019 and next I am attempting the Pacific Crest Trail in 2022. Tag along on the journey to see how it goes!

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My Experience with the 2022 PCT Permit Process

My Experience with the 2022 PCT Permit Process

I've been counting down the days for months till the November 9th NOBO PCT permit lottery opened. I read all of the information on the PCTA website

Nov 10, 2021 : Mackenzie
The Best Part of the Appalachian Trail

The Best Part of the Appalachian Trail

I summited Mount Katahdin a week ago and something I am frequently asked is, "What was your favorite part?" I can easily say it was the people I met.

Sep 17, 2018 : Mackenzie
All the Things I Miss, but I’m Willing to Wait For

All the Things I Miss, but I’m Willing to Wait For

If you check out my Instagram you will see smiles, laughs, and beautiful scenery. All of which is true. I am loving the adventure that the

Aug 30, 2018 : Mackenzie
Vermud Is a Slippery Slope

Vermud Is a Slippery Slope

Vermont has been a trip. Yep, you read that right. Vermont. Sometimes I can’t even comprehend how far I’ve walked. At this point I have less than 500

Aug 4, 2018 : Mackenzie
AT Challenges 1: Wilt 1; Trying for 24-Hour Day

AT Challenges 1: Wilt 1; Trying for 24-Hour Day

I have had a very busy past week on trail. After reaching Harpers Ferry I took a couple days off trail to spend time with friends and family in

Jun 28, 2018 : Mackenzie
Whoa, We’re Halfway There

Whoa, We’re Halfway There

As I hiked into Harpers Ferry yesterday I tried to make sense of all the emotions flooding my brain. So, as I sit in a cozy bed at my friend Peter’s

Jun 17, 2018 : Mackenzie
I Just Want to Hike All Night and Zero Every Day

I Just Want to Hike All Night and Zero Every Day

Contrary to popular belief I do not see towns as a trap; they are a major part of this experience. Sometimes I even think they are my favorite part

Jun 7, 2018 : Mackenzie
Like a Virgin Hiking for the Very First Time

Like a Virgin Hiking for the Very First Time

A lot of people would describe me as an extreme person. I don’t mean that I regularly participate in extreme activities but I have an extreme

May 27, 2018 : Mackenzie
I’m a Survivor, and I’m Gunna Make It

I’m a Survivor, and I’m Gunna Make It

Throughout my past blogs I have remained extremely optimistic and positive, which is representative of my attitude 99 percent of the time, but just

May 18, 2018 : Mackenzie
Rain, Rain, Go Away. Come Again Once I’m Through Maine.

Rain, Rain, Go Away. Come Again Once I’m Through Maine.

I would have gone crazy if I was on Noah's ark, because I was a wreck from five days of rain, let alone 40 days and 40 nights of rain. During this

May 3, 2018 : Mackenzie