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A Tramily’s Fave Trail Moments, Food, and Songs
Today seems like it has lasted about a week and it is only midafternoon. We woke up this morning at a campsite 0.4 miles from the Highway 18
Trail Names, Moral Dilemmas, and a Recharge
When I get to a new place, especially a mountain town, I love spending time at libraries and coffee shops. I am writing from the beautiful Idyllwild
Campo to Warner Springs: Is This Actually Happening?
It is hard to believe that this time last week I was just starting the trail. It seems like I left Vernon forever ago because so much has happened in
Taylor’s 2018 PCT Gear List
I start hiking in less than a week, so I've been figuring out my final gear setup and logistics. I thought I’d do a gear list for the folks who have
What Training for the PCT Looks Like
With 3 weeks to go until I start my hike, I’ve been doing lots of little things including organizing my photos. I’ve been taking photos on my training hikes and I thought it would be nice to look back on this winter and the beginning of spring.
My Subaru-Sleeping Gear Shakedown Sufferfest
My positive takeaways from this experience include: surprising myself with my ability to eat the nastiest of overnight oats, gaining a deeper understanding of how my car alarm works, being stoked about my new quilt, and seeing the beautiful full moon during my several trips outside (I also saw it out the sunroof before the windows iced up). Oh, and I saved $8 in gas.
As Thru-Hike Takes Shape, Five Reasons to Go Stand Out
So why have I decided to spend 5 months attempting to walk home from the Mexican border? I have several reasons why I’ve decided to hike the PCT, but here are my top 5.
Big Ideas and Thoughtful Conversations About My Hike
One of the most interesting parts of preparing for the PCT has been talking about my plans with friends and family. I’ve noticed that people seem more likely to be open and honest once you’ve shared something that makes you vulnerable (like publicly stating your less-than-mainstream plans to hike the PCT).