Bloggers
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 available to access...
When the Red Line Ends
There is a reason I am writing this post a year and half after finishing the Pacific Crest Trail. Reflecting on this journey brings back so many emotions. It is...
The Final Week of the PCT
September 2023 The challenges of Washington were hitting me hard. Between hiking in and out of the thick cloud coverage. To steeper and harder climbs. To blowdowns and river crossings....
National Parks Layoffs – Trail Affects
How the Lay off's Affect staffing along each trail I came across an article posted yesterday (Feb 27th) from SFGATE by Kylie Mohr. The original article is linked here. ...
For Starters
Who am I? That’s a great question.
5 Ways Hiking The PCT Will Change Everything
Hiking the Pacific Crest Trail isn’t just a challenge—it transforms you. From gaining confidence to embracing discomfort, here are five powerful ways the PCT will change your life forever.
Seeking New Trail Name
When you are dubbed with a trail name, it's a badge of honor that you carry for the rest of the trail. And yet here I am, leaving my trail...
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, 2025. As a...
How Did I Get to the PCT at 18?!
I am currently 18 and a high school senior. The first time that I remember hearing about the PCT was in 6th grade. Ultimately, around the time I turned 17,...
Oh Dear, let’s talk about Gear!
Gather around, It's gear time! Posting gear can be a hot topic sometimes and can come along with some very opinionated voices. We all love our gear and what works...