Completed Thru-Hikers

Congratulations to these 2023 Pacific Crest Trail Thru-Hikers: Part 4

Congratulations to these 2023 Pacific Crest Trail Thru-Hikers: Part 4

As soon as Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) thru-hikers set foot on trail, their minds focus on their end goal of reaching the Northern Terminus in Canada (or wherever their journey...

Oct 11, 2023 : Kendra Slagter
Congratulations to these 2023 Appalachian Trail Thru-Hikers: Part 6

Congratulations to these 2023 Appalachian Trail Thru-Hikers: Part 6

The Appalachian Trail, a rugged and breathtakingly beautiful trail that stretches over 2,190 miles along the eastern United States, has long been a beacon for adventurers and nature enthusiasts

Sep 28, 2023 : Kendra Slagter
Congratulations to these 2023 Pacific Crest Trail Thru-Hikers: Part 3

Congratulations to these 2023 Pacific Crest Trail Thru-Hikers: Part 3

Found amongst the rugged beauty of the American West, the Pacific Crest Trail beckons individuals seeking both a mental and physical challenge to tackle its 2,650 miles worth of trail....

Sep 28, 2023 : Kendra Slagter
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
Congratulations to these 2023 Pacific Crest Trail Thru-Hikers: Part 1

Congratulations to these 2023 Pacific Crest Trail Thru-Hikers: Part 1

2650 miles, 3 states, 26 national forests, 7 national parks, and countless ramen bombs later, these Pacific Crest Trail thru-hikers have successfully trekked from Mexico to Canada. Making it to...

Sep 14, 2023 : Kendra Slagter
Congratulations to these 2023 Appalachian Trail Thru-Hikers: Part 4

Congratulations to these 2023 Appalachian Trail Thru-Hikers: Part 4

Found amongst the rugged terrain of the eastern United States, stretches the 2,190-mile Appalachian Trail. This iconic trail weaves through 14 states, from Georgia's Springer Mountain to Maine's

Aug 31, 2023 : Kendra Slagter
Congratulations to these 2023 Appalachian Trail Thru-Hikers: Part 3

Congratulations to these 2023 Appalachian Trail Thru-Hikers: Part 3

From their first steps on the Appalachian Trail, these thru-hikers were fueled by the dream of standing triumphant on Katahdin's peak. Each day, they marched toward that final goal with...

Aug 23, 2023 : Kendra Slagter
Reflection: My Long Walk

Reflection: My Long Walk

It's been one week since I reached the summit of Mount Katahdin in Maine, officially completing my initiation into long distance "thru" hiking and solidifying my place among a varied...

Aug 21, 2023 : Andy Mac
Congratulations to these 2023 Appalachian Trail Thru-Hikers: Part 2

Congratulations to these 2023 Appalachian Trail Thru-Hikers: Part 2

Embarking on the iconic Appalachian Trail – a 2,190-mile journey that weaves through the heart of America's wilderness, traversing fourteen states along the contours of the Appalachian Mountain Range

Aug 16, 2023 : Kendra Slagter
Congratulations to these 2023 Appalachian Trail Thru-Hikers: Part 1

Congratulations to these 2023 Appalachian Trail Thru-Hikers: Part 1

Ah, the Appalachian Trail – an iconic trail woven through the fabric of America's wilderness. Stretching over 2,190 miles and spanning fourteen states, this trail traces the contours of the

Aug 11, 2023 : Kendra Slagter