PCT
My To-Do List Before Hitting the Trail
Congratulations on the decision to thru-hike one of the great long-distance trails in the United States of America, the Pacific Crest Trail. That was the easy part, the decision. You...
Exploring the History of the Pacific Crest Trail
Every year the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) receives thousands of hikers, adventurers, and nature seekers from all over the world. Along its 2,650-mile length stretching from Canada to Mexico, the...
PCT Training on the Te Araroa
In November I put into motion the grand plan for my sabbatical year off work. The dream was the PCT in April, but with an entire year off work I...
Why You Should Send Resupply Boxes
There are a lot of scenarios when it comes to resupply on a long trail, but it's not just about food and gear. Create a Vision Resupply boxes are a...
PCT 2019. The Adventure Begins
I will now go into all my feelings and thoughts of why I have decided to take this trip of hiking 2,650 miles from Mexico to Canada. It has been...
My Plan for Staying Healthy so I Can Make It to Canada
Getting ready to set out on a 2,650 mile hike would be a little intimidating to anyone. Add in my mature status, my seven leg surgeries, and my Hashimoto's (thyroid...
The Anatomy of Post-Trail Depression
I didn't expect it. At first, civilization was a welcome respite from hiking in snow, ice, and smoke. Hot meals and warm showers galore. Not stinking all the time. Wearing—gasp!—mascara....
Does There Have to be a Good Reason for Hiking the PCT?
Everyone asks, "Why are you hiking the Pacific Crest Trail?" Here are just a few reasons. I'm sure that I could come up with more. I don't know if there...
Why I’ll be Hiking My Own Hike
My trail goals: Let's start by saying I'm not a purist. If my foot doesn't touch every accessible inch of the PCT, I'm OK with that. My goal is to...
Train for the PCT by Hiking 1,800 Miles on the Te Araroa
Most people train for the PCT by doing day hikes or a short multiday hike. I, on the other hand, plan to train for the PCT by doing 1,800 miles...
