Elina Osborne on “It Is The People”, Her PCT Documentary, Videography, and Storytelling (BPR #270)
In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, brought to you by Topo Athletic, we are joined by Elina Osborne. Elina is a thru-hiker, filmmaker, adventurer, and storyteller....
John Muir Trail Day 1: A Perfectly Chill Start
JMT Day 1 — 8/4/24Mono Pass Trailhead to Parker Pond Beginning to Hot And Cold CampJMT miles: 6.62 JMT total: 6.62Elevation change: 1,558ft gain, 479ft loss The poofy clouds glowed...
How Much Does It Cost To Hike the Appalachian Trail?
Living in the woods for five to seven months might sound inexpensive, but gear replacements, resupply, permits, and town days can add up fast. Saving up and budgeting (even if...
Snoqualmie Pass to Whites Pass
Section I was a tale of two trails. The first part was a misty green tunnel of hard work, the second a family affair with innumerable tarns.
AT10 – Hotspring to Jerry Cabin
March29 - 11 miles to Spring Mountain Shelter Last night was cold. In the morning, my tent is covered by frost, outside and inside. I try to take as much...
Welcome to New Hampshire, The White’s Introduction, and other Observations
As we take our first steps in Maine, we look back on our journey through New Hampshire. This portion of the trail was easily the most challenging. Our last days...
The Heart of Washington Cascades: Snoqualmie Pass, Stevens Pass, Glacier Peak and Super Great Friends
Way back in the 1990’s, I cut my teeth backpacking in the Washington Cascades. Ever since then, I’ve been dreaming of exploring this section of the PCT. But It’s rugged...
Wouldn’t you like to see a Grandma Gatewood statue?
Fifty years after her death, there is a push to bring Grandma Gatewood back to the trail. Let me explain. Bridgette Mongeon is a hiker and the artist chosen to...
5000 Kilometer Barefoot Guiness World Record Attempt
I suppose this is my introduction, I will go ahead and start by saying I am attempting the Guiness World Record for the longest barefoot hike/ journey....
The San Juans Will Break Your Heart
Colorado Trail Days 29 & 30 - Cataract Lake to Elk Park Spur Like many long-distance hikers, I’ve enjoyed backpacking through many diverse mountain ranges. The Canadian Rockies are my...