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Congratulations to these 2023 Pacific Crest Trail Thru-Hikers: Part 2

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

Sep 21, 2023 : Kendra Slagter
The Sierras

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...

Sep 16, 2023 : Amelia Hill
In Conclusion

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...

Sep 15, 2023 : Heidi
Post Trail Depression and Reflection

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...

Sep 15, 2023 : Bad Ass
Injury Strikes Again

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...

Sep 11, 2023 : Bad Ass
A Day in the Fire

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...

Sep 11, 2023 : Stretch
Sierra Dots Connected and Bound for the Border

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...

Sep 11, 2023 : Scott McDowell
Oh Snap! Winter is Coming!

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...

Sep 10, 2023 : Bad Ass
Back to the Sierra

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...

Sep 8, 2023 : Bad Ass
Trail Tales #2 – NorCal, The Remix

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...

Sep 4, 2023 : Macy Gustavus