Inspiration
The Power Of The Mind
The problem, is that it might not go away. Instead, you learn how to manage it. Eventually you learn how strong you really are.
Week 20: Pacific Crest Trail Days!
A Week Off I take a full week off trail. My timing was a little off. If I were to continue at the pace I was going, I would make...
Week 18: Washington Heat Waves, More Fires and Goat Rocks!
Entering Washington An extra half day is taken in Cascade Locks, Oregon. It's the start of a heat wave so we'll set out later in the evening. Most of our...
18 Stunning Fall Foliage Hiking Photos to Brighten up Your Day
"I’m so glad I live in a world where there are Octobers."—Lucy Maud Montgomery, Anne of Green Gables. I couldn't have said it better, Lucy. Seriously, what's not to love...
Week 17: Mile 2000, Fire Closures, and Returning Home
Three Sisters Wilderness Now reunited with old friends, we all continue forward together. As much as I do like the solo hiking, it's fun being around other hikers. We're now...
PCT Week 16: Southern Oregon, Lake Resorts and Swarming Mosquitoes
Southern Oregon After some extra time in Ashland, Oregon waiting out the heat, were off! Southern Oregon awaits and it's exciting being in a new state. It's refreshing being somewhere...
Share Your Favorite Fall Foliage Hiking Photos with The Trek
Attention readers: we want to feature you (and your awesome photography skills!) on The Trek. Peak fall foliage is just around the corner in many places, which means it's time...
CDT Days 84-99: Northern Montana
Johnson Lake to Helena The Northern Montana section of the CDT began with a 1,200 ft. climb on day 84. It brought us to Warren Lake, which for my money,...
Wind River High Route Trip Report Part 1: Photographic Route Description
I was fortunate enough to complete the Wind River High Route this August with two friends. Below you'll find a detailed, photo-based description of our route. The best thing about...
Carl “Professor” Stanfield on Attempting the Most Miles Ever Hiked in One Year
Carl "Professor" Stanfield is on a mission to hike more miles in a single year than any hiker ever recorded. He's currently in the middle of a Calendar Year Triple...