Megan Hantz

Hey there! My name is Megan/T-Rex. I'll be attempting a thru-hike of the PCT in May. My Hiker Trash journey began in 2020 when I completed the Colorado Trail. I have The ADHD, which is why I thrive when I'm long-distance hiking. When I’m not on a trail, I’m a traveling Speech Language Pathologist with a special interest in NeuroDiversity-affirming therapy and Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC). I’m also a proud cat mom of two lovely ladies - Izzmund the 3rd (Izzy) and Rizozos (Zoey). I can't wait to hit the trail and take you along for the ride! If you want to follow me after my PCT hike, my Substack is: mnhantz.substack.com

Posts

How is Training for the PCT Going? (Spoiler Alert: Not Well)

How is Training for the PCT Going? (Spoiler Alert: Not Well)

After a minor setback on my training for the PCT, I am reflecting on some important lessons. I'm determined to get back on track after I recover from my most recent injury.

Feb 17, 2025 : Megan Hantz
So Why the PCT, and Why Now?

So Why the PCT, and Why Now?

A lot of thought went into my decision to hike the Pacific Crest Trail. In this blog, I talk about my "why" for choosing the PCT, and why this is the year I'm going to make it happen.

Jan 18, 2025 : Megan Hantz
Prepping for the Pacific Crest Trail 2025: My Gear

Prepping for the Pacific Crest Trail 2025: My Gear

My gear for my upcoming hike on the Pacific Crest Trail in May 2025. This post includes my Big 3, electronics, cooking items, and miscellaneous essentials.

Jan 11, 2025 : Megan Hantz
Once Hiker Trash, Always Hiker Trash

Once Hiker Trash, Always Hiker Trash

This is my story of how I fell in love with long-distance hiking and the Hiker Trash community. It details how I prepared for my first thru-hike on the Colorado Trail, lessons learned, changing my career to fit around my long distance hikes, and my plan to hike the PCT in May.

Jan 5, 2025 : Megan Hantz