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In some burned areas, it can be hard to find the trail, and standing dead trees pose a hazard to hikers. Siskiyou Wilderness, summer 2018. Photo by Lenya Quinn-Davidson.
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Alex Murphy is a lifelong outdoor enthusiast focused on hiking, climbing, and sleeping on the ground. He has hiked parts of the AT and explored trails all over the country, but spends most of his time in Texas.