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ShadesB

New to the hiking community. My Trail name is Shades (see my introduction to learn more) Started during COVID as a way to get outdoors and try to improve health and live better. This is my first through hike attempt. I will be Hiking the PCT in early April 2026. Northbound from the Southern Terminus

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To P or not To P…

To P or not To P…

That is the question. We’ve all heard, if you’re at the beach and someone gets stung by a jellyfish. You should Pee on the area that was

Mar 26, 2026 : ShadesB
2026 Pacific Crest Trail Permit Printed – Check

2026 Pacific Crest Trail Permit Printed – Check

Every year the permit window opens for thousands of hopeful Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) hikers. A small percentage are fortunate enough to submit and

Mar 18, 2026 : ShadesB
Training for the PCT…It’s all in the Weather

Training for the PCT…It’s all in the Weather

You may find it hard to believe. Yesterday it was nearly 85 degrees. I did a 5 mile walk in Shorts and was loving the weather. The Sun felt amazing.

Mar 12, 2026 : ShadesB
2026 PCT Hike – Less than 30 Days from my start

2026 PCT Hike – Less than 30 Days from my start

07 March 2026 - 14 mile Training Hike for my 2026 Pacific Crest Trail hike. With less than 30 days until I begin the trip of a lifetime, something

Mar 7, 2026 : ShadesB
I-Start-the-PCT-in-early-April-2026

I-Start-the-PCT-in-early-April-2026

Introduction: Hello everyone. I’m excited to share my 2026 Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) Northbound (NOBO) hiking adventures. Truly honored to have

Mar 6, 2026 : ShadesB