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Blazing The Trail To Whitney – Day 13 on the JMT

Blazing The Trail To Whitney – Day 13 on the JMT

After surviving a snowstorm, I woke up to a white blanket of snow across the landscape. Looks like I will be blazing the trail to Whitney!

Nov 4, 2023 : Chana Putnam
A Completed Appalachian Trail and a Little Letter to All of You!

A Completed Appalachian Trail and a Little Letter to All of You!

Some thoughts after completing the Appalachian Trail in September, 2023 after hiking it in sections since 2019!

Nov 1, 2023 : Sarah Lesiecki
Am I Going To Die Today? – Day 12 on the JMT

Am I Going To Die Today? – Day 12 on the JMT

Am I going to die today? That's not a thought I ever think will cross my mind on a backpacking trip, but it sure did cross my mind today.

Oct 22, 2023 : Chana Putnam
I’m Going To Make A Run For It – Day 11 on the JMT

I’m Going To Make A Run For It – Day 11 on the JMT

The storm is coming and I'm left to decide, should I make a run for it to the next campsite, or should I wait it out here? Yep, I'm going!

Oct 19, 2023 : Chana Putnam
Forester Pass Kicked My Ass – Day 10 on the JMT

Forester Pass Kicked My Ass – Day 10 on the JMT

Forester Pass kicked my ass, and I said thank you Sir, may I have another... so he gave me rain and snow. Note to self: Keep your mouth shut!

Oct 16, 2023 : Chana Putnam
I’m Heading Back to the Trail – Day 9 on the JMT

I’m Heading Back to the Trail – Day 9 on the JMT

Here we go! Today I'm heading back to the trail after a week long break. There's a storm coming, so hopefully I beat it. Spoiler... I don't.

Oct 11, 2023 : Chana Putnam
Getting Back Out On The Trail – Day 8 on the JMT

Getting Back Out On The Trail – Day 8 on the JMT

After almost a week and a half off for a funeral, I'm finally getting back out on the trail! The mountains are calling and I must go!

Oct 8, 2023 : Chana Putnam
R&R at VVR – Day 7 on the JMT

R&R at VVR – Day 7 on the JMT

Sleeping in, eating hot food, showers, laundry, and reading on the shores of Lake Edison. Today is all about R&R at VVR!

Oct 8, 2023 : Chana Putnam
April vs. September on the A.T. in Georgia

April vs. September on the A.T. in Georgia

No one will see your shiny hiney when you use nature's prickly bathroom off the trail.

Oct 2, 2023 : Myrt, a Yoga Sister
VVR Here I Come! – Day 6 on the JMT

VVR Here I Come! – Day 6 on the JMT

I can't tell you how much I was looking forward to day 6 on the trail. It was a long day, but with a light at the end. VVR here...

Sep 27, 2023 : Chana Putnam