Paul Lacher

Hi! Paul here. This year I will be trading my desk job as an engineer for a PCT thru hike attempt. I am aiming to never miss the opportunity for a meal I don’t have to carry, turn an old dream into reality, and create an awesome soundtrack composed by recommendations from everyone I meet. Happy trails!

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Firsts of the PCT: Campo to Julian

Firsts of the PCT: Campo to Julian

First Day My first day started with a meditative sunrise at the terminus. The air was cleaner than I am used to so there was less color in the

May 1, 2024 : Paul Lacher
Goodbyes, Hellos, and the In-Between

Goodbyes, Hellos, and the In-Between

Goodbyes The last two weeks have been filled with staggered goodbyes. It started with moving out of my apartment then saying goodbye to church

Apr 22, 2024 : Paul Lacher
Turning a Someday Dream Into a Plan

Turning a Someday Dream Into a Plan

As the days have been counting down to the start of my hike, I have been reflecting on how I got here. To be honest it has snuck up on and surprised

Apr 14, 2024 : Paul Lacher
Relationship Status: PCT

Relationship Status: PCT

Why Am I Hiking the PCT? I have spent way too many gallons of water thinking in the shower about why I want to hike the PCT. Why do I want to throw

Apr 13, 2024 : Paul Lacher