PCT
Congratulations to these 2023 Pacific Crest Trail Thru-Hikers: Part 2
Covering a staggering 2,650 miles through three states, weaving through 26 national forests, and traversing seven national parks, a remarkable feat of determination and endurance unfolded as Pacific
The Sierras
Plans Change So I wasn’t actually planning on doing any of the Sierra Nevada. Mainly because I didn’t have the money for a plane ticket down. Thanks to my Aunt...
In Conclusion
I wrote my last post in a very optimistic mindset. Sadly, it was not also realistic. I do have a stress fracture and have spent the last few weeks in...
Post Trail Depression and Reflection
As I sit here at home drinking my coffee and nursing my injuries from this summer’s attempt to hike the PCT, I am constantly drawn to head back to the...
Injury Strikes Again
We woke up at VVR, ate breakfast, packed up and began our walk up the road to the Bear Ridge Trailhead. As we walked beside Lake Edison I could not...
A Day in the Fire
The PCT has had approximately 140 miles of trail closures due to forest fires. Hikers find themselves skipping over those miles and going from one town to the next or...
Sierra Dots Connected and Bound for the Border
The morning brings rain, hail and sleet, transitioning between each every few minutes. On the last plateau before the pass, there is a bulging creek to ford. We are cold...
Oh Snap! Winter is Coming!
We woke up at Red’s Meadow, had breakfast, and headed out to the trail. Our hike started by climbing out of the burn area and up the hill. The switchbacks...
Back to the Sierra
It’s been an interesting year for sure. After taking time off for an overuse injury and avoiding fires and smoke, we are back south in the Sierra. Summertime is running...
Trail Tales #2 – NorCal, The Remix
Given its famed reputation, it felt crazy to split the Northern California (NorCal) section of the PCT into two parts - one to be completed in the month of June...