trail
A Stroll Through Yellowstone and into Idaho
The scenery through Yellowstone changed greatly from end to end and I am glad to have gone so slow through such an unique area. The outskirts of the park consisted...
Doctored in Dubois and Back on the Trail
I ended up taking a total of three zeroes in Dubois before hitching out Saturday afternoon. Each morning I rose from the motel bed and took my first few steps...
Hiker Hobble and a Double Zero
On Tuesday, I hobbled the last 16 miles to the highway 26 road crossing. Full of relief and joy, I stuck my thumb out and was passed only by...
Three-Month Reflection in the Winds
The need to set an alarm in the morning is no longer necessary. Every day on trail, I wake with the sun to begin my day of walking. My body...
Long Days Taking in the Enchantment of the Basin
The Great Divide Basin in Wyoming is a section of trail road that not too many hikers speak highly of. This is due to the heat, exposure, and lack of...
Restin’ in Rawlins with a Welcome Zero
Wyoming has been changing every day as I walk farther away from Colorado. The state border may be a mere line in the dirt but it builds the spirit. Mexico...
What I Appreciate, What I Don’t Miss
I recently stayed in town (Truckee, CA) for a few days as I was lucky enough to have grown up near the area and have a place to stay. I...
Cold Soaking: A Day in the Life
Cold soaking is the culinary art of backpacking without a stove (see also, stoveless). While most hikers choose to carry a device with which they can cook a meal with...
A Long Goodbye to Colorado, and Wyoming Looms
The first 70ish days of this journey are behind me and the only thing standing between me and Canada is another 1,000+ miles of trail. Halfway through? Not entirely sure...
Two Months Walkin’ the Continental Divide
Over two months on the Continental Divide Trail and I just seem to be hitting my stride. These legs have carried me over 1,000 miles and have become well-trained hill...
