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Food and why I’m not planning anything
What I have learned so far about food on the PCT is that it’s available. Apparently you already have the Malt shop 20ish miles into your thru hike. So essentially...
In The Blink of 5 Days
I hopped off the bus at San Diego Old Station and looked around, trying to get my bearings. I went under a tunnel and came up the other side where...
PCT Prep- Things You Didn’t Know You Needed to Know!
My niece wrote me the other day and exclaimed at how much "fun" she knew I was having. "Am I having fun?," I wondered. Ofcourse, I am, but with only...
Chapter 0: Missouri to San Diego
So it begins. After many trips to REI (thanks mom and dad) and meticulously making plans for resupplying that will most assuredly go out the window soon after starting, I...
My First Week on the Pacific Crest Trail
It’s done! My first week on the Pacific Crest Trail. After months (and years) of anticipation, I have finally started my journey. As I left the southern terminus the feelings...
I guess I live in a tent now
Stars are out as I get out of my tent at the campground, less than a mile of the Southern Terminus of the PCT. It is a cold morning but...
Ripped from the Violent Birth Canal of the PCT
Come Rain or Shine It was difficult to hear PCTA’s designated greeter, Eric, over the uproarious wind. “Do you have your permit?” He asked. I reached into my fanny pack...
On Firsts and Lasts
That weekend was full of firsts - My first few steps on to the PCT, first time hiking through a downpour and pitching my tent in the rain, first ever...
Pre-Hike Jitters and the Meaning of Life?
My name is Paul, also known as Strap On. In 32 days, I will be beginning the Pacific Crest Trail. You know, there’s a lot of feelings that go into...
Who the Hell is this Guy?
I’m not sure what you’re hoping to get out of reading my blog. I’m guessing that the majority of you are people who have bought squares in the pool, speculating...