A collection of things one might take on the trail. We’re still experimenting but here are some of the things we have carried, or have seen friends carry. We are probably burning 4000 – 5000 calories per day so we can basically eat whatever we want. The challenge is keeping up with the amount of…
Here is a video just from clips taken along the trail over this 5-day stretch
Packing for a long walk across a range of environments, away from cell service, electricity, clean water, or shelter requires some combination of planning, purchasing, and tolerance. Anything you choose to add to your pack comes with a coat in terms of money, weight, and space. Those who prioritize minimizing weight are known as ultralight…
“There are two standing rules in this outfit. One, take care of your feet.” – Lieutenant Dan, Forrest Gump Update: As of Day 47 I’ve gone 400 miles blister free! By day two of the PCT, one of the most common topics among hikers is blisters. How many you have, where they are, and what…
Our latest section continued north bringing us off San Jacinto Mountain, down into Cabazon, and back up into the mountain town of Big Bear Lake. This 4-day stretch beginning on May 22 covered trail miles 205-260 and ended at an Airbnb with new Seattle-based trail friends Adam and Amelia. Elevation Change: 12,000 ft ascent 6,000…
Day 17 we walked 4 miles to I-10 and caught an Uber to Cabazon, CA for a nice relaxing day eating, hydrating, and resting our legs. Now at 6pm we are headed back to the trail to walk another 10 miles during the cooler part of the day. The video above is composed of about…
Fungus vs. Mushroom What’s the Difference? People use “fungus” and “mushroom” interchangeably, but they’re not the same thing. A fungus is the entire organism. A mushroom is just one part of it — the reproductive structure that pops up above ground to release spores. It’s like the difference between an apple tree and an apple….
beavertail prickly pear by Jeremysea on Sketchfab For the past week Kristi and I have seen over a hundred of these beautiful cacti in full bloom. The Beavertail prickly pear cactus, scientifically known as Opuntia basilaris, is a species of cactus native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It is a member of…
California Section A (Mexico Border to Warner Springs, 109.5 miles) complete! As we complete the first section of the PCT I am so excited to have now done my longest ever hiking stint of 109.5 miles (previously the longest was the Wonderland trail which circumnavigates Mt. Rainier at 93 miles). Jeremy reminded me though that…
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