After 46 miles on the Pacific Crest Trail over three days... (catch up on Day 1 / Day 2 / Day 3 / plus Gear List here)...we had just a few more hours of walking to go! We woke up early (5:30 AM--only day we set an alarm) on Day 4, our final day on the PCT. Joel and I knew we … [Read more...]
PCT Day 3: Where We Almost Hiked a Marathon
I had a repeat of Day 2, where I woke up early again, and needed to go use the woodline again (ha!) Also ICYMI: Day 1 + Gear Post + PCT Trip Planning I slept really well, but my body still ached. I don’t think I mentioned it yet, but I was carrying approximately 35 lbs … [Read more...]
PCT Day 2: Can I hike all day?
Day 2 on the Pacific Crest Trail started early (recap of Day 1 here). I woke up at 4:54 and couldn’t go back to sleep--to my body, it felt like nearly 8 AM. I slept OK. It was quiet, at least. No animals (or brother snoring!) woke me up during the night. The sleeping bag kept me … [Read more...]
PCT Day 1: Portland to Burney Falls
It's been 3 weeks, and I'm finally getting to catch up on the blog. I'm excited to reflect on my Pacific Crest Trail adventure, and share it with you! I'm going to start allllll the way at the beginning of my trip, Sunday August 4th. ICYMI--my planning post and my gear … [Read more...]
My Gear List for the PCT
A few weeks ago, I walked an epic journey (for me!): 54 miles in 2.5 days on the Pacific Crest Trail. Many of you have asked what I brought with me, and what I wore. This post will detail all the gear! My trip planning had help from my cousin, Cole (didn't need the … [Read more...]