Bloggers
Ignoring A Fire Closure Order
During my southbound hike of the PCT in 2021, I spoke to several NOBOs who'd hiked through the area that was still closed following the Lionshead Fire in 2020. Some...
Can You Even Walk, Dude?
Who am I? Why am I doing this? And, why can't I stop falling? So, Who Are You? I retired in 2021 from a career in the insurance industry. ...
WEEK 14: Families! Free Food! Friendship! (Miles 2260.4-2443.6)
Malicious Mosquitos The previous week drew to a close with me crying in my so-called shelter accepting murder by mosquito. I slept in fits and starts before giving up and...
Never Gave Returning Home a Thought
Totally Blindsided by "Post Trail" The first "30" days home has been a trip in itself. August 26th is the day that I arrived home, home sweet home. Random thoughts...
Appalachian Trail Prep: Affording Our 2023 Thru-Hike
Welcome back friends! I doubt I’m alone in wondering how people afford a lengthy thru-hike... They say that it costs a hiker an average of $1000 per month to backpack...
PCT Gear List: What Has Changed?
New Tent, Same Type, A Better Water Filtering System, and A Bigger, Badder Daggum Knife. Bowie Out.
Te Araroa: A Trail Changes With Our “Why”
Every trail is different, and so are everyone’s stories and reasons why they are hiking. In 2018, years of planning a break from the “traditional life” that Jenny and I...
Motivation Plus Inspiration Does Not Equal Pickleball
Howdy I'm George and I'm excited to share my big 2023 Appalachian Trail adventure with anyone interested in reading. I'm 55 years old and live in Holly Springs, NC. I...
Should a Dog Attempt a Thru-Hike?
My Conclusion The conclusion I have come to as to whether or not a dog “should” embark on a thru-hike is unsatisfying. It depends on the dog, and it depends...
Week 7 on the Camino
Day 43I leave León with a light backpack, as I left most of my gear at the hostel.I have a bit of a hangover, but nothing too bad. After 7...