Alan Chapman

Geology professor, ultrarunner, nordic skier, father, PCT class of 2025

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If Geologic Time Were Measured In PCT Miles, How Long Would Your Life/Thru-Hike Be?

If Geologic Time Were Measured In PCT Miles, How Long Would Your Life/Thru-Hike Be?

The Earth is a staggering 4,550 million (4.55 billion) years old.  Let’s make this more relatable.  Assume the southern terminus of the PCT

Mar 6, 2025 : Alan Chapman
How I’m Training For A Sub-100 Day PCT Thru Hike

How I’m Training For A Sub-100 Day PCT Thru Hike

For the past 15 years, I've balanced a family and a college professor job, both of which demand significant time and attention to be done well. Time

Mar 2, 2025 : Alan Chapman
Hey what’s that rock?  Your go-to guide to the geology of the PCT

Hey what’s that rock? Your go-to guide to the geology of the PCT

Hello hikers!  How goes it?  My name is Alan and I am a geologist who will be thru-hiking the PCT (NoBo) this summer, starting on May 10th,

Feb 24, 2025 : Alan Chapman