A place for me to write some of my thoughts down while they're still floating around in my head. This'll probably go largely unseen but that's ok, it's just replacing my old journal that's starting fall apart anyways. Have your own thoughts? Please, comment! Let's discuss!
Pacific Crest Trail Thru Hike 2023
January 16, 2023
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Its time for the big one. Five years of dreaming and a whole lot of planning so lets dump it all right here.
Why the PCT?
This has always been the goal. Feels like the thesis statement of my hiking career. I'll get to knock out the Cascades and the Sierra in one go and have a pretty rad summer along the way.
Gear
Lets start with lessons...
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Increasing Outdoor Recreation Popularity and it's Impact on Natural Lands
October 27, 2021
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A few weekends ago, I took a trip out to the Sierras. I ran a few quick googles to check out what I should check out. Being a self proclaimed alpine lakes enthusiast, Big Pine Lakes caught my eye. My first journey in the John Muir Wilderness did not disappoint. I can see why the man saw all that and went back home to fight for the protection of tho...
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Trip Report: The Colorado Trail Part 6 - In Review
September 17, 2021
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Gear Review
SWD Long Haul 40 – Absolutely adore this pack. The dual adjust hip belt was absolutely excellent and I can’t imagine wearing a pack without it. The fully loaded Ursack wouldn’t squeeze in horizontally which was really annoying though. I’m probably going to sell this one and buy my own custom one. Try to get some shoulder pockets, a big...
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Trip Report: The Colorado Trail Part 5 - The San Juans
September 16, 2021
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The San Juans (Segments 22-28):
Photos: https://imgur.com/a/O4UXEe3
Leaving Lake City, I knew I was gonna make it. During the last stretch, every day was a constant debate of am I actually gonna seriously injure myself if I keep walking or am I good? But I felt good knowing we were on the home stretch and especially getting that first taste of...
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Trip Report: The Colorado Trail Part 4 - The Cochetopa Hills
September 13, 2021
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The Cochetopa Hills (Segments 15-22):
Photos: https://imgur.com/a/O7QK6XD
In Salida, I spent a few days pigging out, eating great food and meeting incredible people. I also thrifted a suit and conducted that interview in the public library.
My friends I had left behind after Hope Pass had caught up to me in Salida and we set off together. The fi...
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