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Pacific Crest Trail | Days 1-5
Kristi and I left San Diego for Campo, CA on Saturday May 6. The southern terminus of the PCT is at the Mex-US border just outside of Campo. We had unseasonably cool weather which was perfect for hiking. The first leg of our walk covered 76 miles ending at the Stagecoach Trails RV Resort. We…
Just the Trail – Etna to Ashland
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The Fall Equinox
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Take Care of Your Feet
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