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PCT Shakedown #2: Solo in the Grand Canyon (1/2)
3/22/22 Last month, my first and only trip to Grand Canyon National Park with guests was canceled because of a snowstorm. I was bummed. I’d been looking forward to it…...
My Mental State Before the PCT
Hello everyone, my name is Ben Peters and my trail name is Unfiltered. Yes, it means both things, in case you’re wondering, as I drink unfiltered water and my unfiltered...
PCT Thru-Hike, Campo to Mount Laguna (Days 1-4): Orientation
I began preparations for my thru-hike of the Pacific Crest Trail in February of 2021. On March 23rd, 2022, I took the first few steps of my continuous journey from...
Foothills Trail Day 7 and Palmetto Trail Day 3
Foothills Trail Day 7 Nantahala National Forest Laurel Fork Heritage Preserve Jocassee Gorge Wildlife Management Area MM 67.29 10.42 miles No wildlife Rained during the night and I thought
Foothills Trail Day 6
Nantahala National Forest Toxaway Game Land Gorges State Park, NC Jocassee Gorge Wildlife Management Area MM 56.85 Virginia Hawkins Campsite 14.47 miles Barred Owl When I woke up the other
How My Parents Are Training for My PCT Thru-Hike
Meet Kathy and Paul, arguably the best parents in the world from a very biased daughter. They have supported me through every crazy thing I've done and have given me...
PCT Permit? Acquired.
First thing is first. My name is Kelly from Pittsburgh, PA. I’m your typical nature lover that wants to say "poop poop society" for 5-6 months.
The PCT Thru-Hike Checklist: 29 Things To Do Before You Start
Getting ready for a thru-hike is a daunting process. Unplugging from the stress of day-to-day life for a multi-month trek sounds incredible, but first, you have to actually get to...
The Final Push (Days 140 to 148, White Pass to Stevens Pass)
Hey there! It’s been a few weeks since I last posted an update from the trail. Spoiler alert – Mango and I reached the border on September 15th! The internet...
Wrong Way Jose (Days 63 to 67, Vermillion Valley Ranch to Tuolumne Meadows)
Day 63 Start: Vermillion Valley Ranch (VVR)End: Lake VirginiaPCT Miles Hikes Today: 11.2 from VVR back to the PCT, then 5.2 PCT miles We had a great night in the...