PCT Thru-Hike Prep: Adventure Ready Book
Adventure Ready by Katie Gerber & Heather Anderson The Adventure Ready book provides an excellent framework for preparing for a long-distance hike.The last thing you want is to quit your thru-hike because you were under-prepared. The Adventure Ready book will help...
My PCT 2023 Thru-Hike Goal
My thru-hike goal has been on my mind a lot recently. What do I want to get out of my hike? How will I know it has been successful? I am a big goal-setter. I set yearly goals, monthly goals, weekly goals, exercise goals, training goals, goals for all the things! This...
PCT Thru-Hike Training Plan
My PCT Thru-Hike Training PlanMain Goal: Don't Destroy My BodyHas anyone else noticed how a lot of folks are completely destroyed after completing their thru-hike? I don't want to get messed up at the beginning or end of my thru-hike. Here is the thru-hike training...
9 Pro Thru-Hiking Tips from a Triple Crown Thru-Hiker
I met with Dan Herr, a Triple Crowner. Here are his top 9 pro thru-hiking tips. He warns that doing one wil make you want to do more.
3 Big Learnings From My 1st PCT 2023 Training Hike
My First PCT Training Hike I got my first PCT 2023 training hike in about 2 months out from my start date. One of my primary goals of thru-hiking the PCT is to not die of being sore (learn more about why I'm taking an extended backcountry vacation here). I'm glad I...
Why I’m Hiking the PCT – Listening To That Little Voice In My Head
Why hike the PCT? Taking 6 months to walk for hours per day with a heavy pack, sleep on the ground, go to the bathroom outside, eat dehydrated meals, and not shower for days seems absolutely nuts to many people. Why would anyone choose this? Hiking the PCT is deeply...
Hike to the Lookout, McDowell Sonoran Preserve
Why hike to Tom’s Thumb with you can hike to the Lookout? The views are even better, the trail is fantasic and there are less people!
Dispersed Camping Fire Control Road (NF-64), Payson, AZ
The dispersed camping along Fire Control Road (NF-64) in Payson, AZ, is great! There are quiet sites with great views. Read more here!
Piestewa Vs Camelback? Which Should You Hike?
Piestewa vs Camelback? Not sure which one you should hike? Read this article to help you decide. Hint: they both have pros and cons!
Natural Tunnel Via Dirt Road Trail Hike, South Mountain Preserve
Hiking to the Natural Tunnel via the Dirt Road Trail starts out lame (you’re on a dirt road) but quickly turns into a sweet hike. Learn more!
