Pacific Crest Trail
Overjoyed
Day 42. Mile 1329. I've never been more smelly, dirty, hairy or sleepy. Dried blood streaks cover my legs, and my hair has begun dreading itself. Essentially, all I do...
Catch Ya Later, Sierras
Right before leaving the desert and entering the long-awaited Sierras, a trail angel named Coppertone told me, "don't be stupid, but don't be afraid to challenge yourself out there." This...
The First 500: A collection of photographs from the PCT
Today marks my two-month trailiversarry and, being only 566 miles in, it's safe to say I'm taking my sweet time. Sure I've knocked out a few 20 mile days here...
500-Mile Wisdom
Mile 566. Day 22. I am a 21-year-old who uses diaper rash cream daily. I have disproportionally tan hands (thanks to my long-sleeved sun shirt), and I rejoice when I...
Early Thru-hike Thoughts
179 miles. Day 8. I've been procrastinating with writing this first post because I feel as if I should have something profound and remarkable to write. Over the past week...
I’m Home Free, Not Homeless
~The Final Countdown~ Now for the Surprise I've been waiting to tell! This year I will be hiking the PCT, not only that but if i finish in a reasonable...
How Long Should I Wait to Clean My PCT Gear? An Idiot’s Guide
There is a certain class of hiker for whom the idea of the next trek is all-consuming. These worthy people, many of whom write for or read this website, spend...
An Extended Approach To the PCT on the PNT
What about all the snow? It's a question PCT hopefuls this year can't avoid. NOBO, SOBO, or Whatever-BO, there is going to be snow persisting along the trail throughout the...
Thru-Hiking’s Socialist Ethos
The year 1875 was an eventful one. It was the year in which Karl Marx, the father of communism, brought to prominence the old saying “From each according to his...