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I Could Get Used to This: Days 2-3 on the CDT
If it weren't for the water caches along this first section of trail, I think it would be impossible for me to hike it. The first cache tasted more
Knock Knock… You’re Late! : Day 1 on the CDT
I might as well have been in a Halloween costume, walking around the University of Arizona with a full loaded backpack for a thru hike. Being
“Walk All Day”
“Walk All Day” I'm standing alone but still with my friends. Their eyes watch from afar, their support shows no end. I know there's no
Backpacking on Black Friday: Day 7 on the MST
While some were camped outside their favorite department stores waiting for the deals of the year, I listened to the wind rippling against my tent
Cold Oats and Coyotes on Thanksgiving: Days 5-6 on the MST
Listening to the pounding of heavy rain for the past 24 hours made me thankful I took the day off from hiking, although it left me feeling a bit
Stealth Camping, Water Breaking, and Trail Magic: Days 3-4 on the MST
I broke down my wet camp with the stars shining through a misty layer of clouds above me. The light of day was barely visible on the horizon and
Misty Mornings and Early Nights: Days 1-2 on the MST
Nothing compares to the feeling of excitement that comes from starting a long awaited adventure. It doesn’t matter whether you’re driving across the
A Thru Hikers Thanksgiving: Delicious? Eh. Nutritious? Nope. Beautiful? Absolutely!
For this year's Thanksgiving, I'm trading my grandmothers famous sausage stuffing for a stuff sack of backpacking snacks. Swapping the fresh pies and