Colorado
Reverence Moments and Inspiration
Sunset lights up the sunflowers Have you ever had those moments of spine tingling awe ? My friend and trail angel, Caroline, calls those “reverence moments.” They stir something deep...
Reverence Moments and Inspiration
Sunset lights up the sunflowers Have you ever had those moments of spine tingling awe ? My friend and trail angel, Caroline, calls those “reverence moments.” They stir something deep...
On the Colorado Trail It’s the Climb, yeah
It took me 4 years and a long climb to the start of my Thru Hike of the Colorado Trail. Finally arrived at Waterton on the 24th of June.It’s like...
Who Is…P.P.?
DAzE? YEAH! That’s me! My name is, Anessa. BDA (Before DAzE Anessa) Or you might know me as DAzE -- Whether you do or don’t, there's a good chance you're...
Snakesylvania/Big Sis to the Rescue (ECT Day 154)
I really can't express just how much it meant to me to see her at this critical time. Truthfully, I would probably have wallowed in a little self pity about...
How Could You NOT Know About THIS Trail?
Beautiful Sunrise and Mountain Goats on Georgia Pass along the CT in July of 2024 In late May of 2024, I set off to hike Segment 1 of the Colorado...
CDT: heartbreak and relief, good bye Colorado
I don’t get upset when no car stops. Not today though. Today I’m cold, I wanna get my chores done and head to the state border. Bye bye, Colorado. I...
CDT: bees and the worst day on trail
“Good!” the other one. I don’t know if they’re truly this cheery coming down the mudslide I’m trying to go up or if they’re just wildly amused by my appearance....
CDT: San Juans, the best is yet to be hiked
Magic, the San Juans are pure magic. Within minutes, the storm unleashed itself. Hail began to fall, bouncing and skittering across the rocks like mischievous spirits. The wind picked up, sharp...
Having a Silly Day on Trail
This morning we woke up fairly early. I was pleasantly surprised that it wasn’t windy out anymore. Instead, the weather was basically perfect. We packed up camp and then got...