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Mikhayla

Hi! I'm Mikhayla, Babylegs on trail. I'm a Norcal gal with some chronic autoimmune diseases hiking the PCT this summer. I'm a nurse by profession, and a lover of hiking, skiing, camping, and general lollygaggin' in the outdoors. Hiked the Long Trail and 1,000 or so miles of the AT in '22 and the NPT in '23, with many smaller pack trips through the years. Welcome to journey!

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PCT Week 2: I’m Falling Apart

PCT Week 2: I’m Falling Apart

I'm writing now in a cozy cabin in Idyllwild waiting out snow and a head cold. Womp Womp. Before My Demise Days 5-10 I was rocking it. My partner

May 4, 2025 : Mikhayla
Dodging Fish Taco Food Poisoning and Walking the First 40 Miles of the PCT

Dodging Fish Taco Food Poisoning and Walking the First 40 Miles of the PCT

To kick off the PCT my partner, Ian, and dog, Bonnie, are hiking the first 40 or so miles of the trail with me to Mt. Laguna. We started the journey

Apr 28, 2025 : Mikhayla
The Art of Procrastination: A Tale of Chaotic PCT Prep

The Art of Procrastination: A Tale of Chaotic PCT Prep

Maybe not everyone is as chaotic as I am? I have some trails under my belt now, and have my gear fairly dialed in, but alas I am a procrastinator.

Apr 26, 2025 : Mikhayla