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PCT Chapter 2: Full Dis-Fire-Closure
A big part of the reason for SOBO thru-hiking the PCT instead of going the more conventional NOBO route, was that I wanted a continuous trek. This
PCT Chapter 1: The Beginning
It's impossible to recreate the magic of your first thru-hike. Although the terrain is entirely unfamiliar, I went into the PCT feeling like I
Badger’s Pacific Crest Trail SOBO Thru-Hike Gear List
I'm leaving for Seattle in three days. If all goes according to plan, I will be back sometime around Halloween. Here's my full list of possessions
My PCT Thru-Hike Diet and Nutrition Plan
As it turns out, Oreos are not a superfood. One of the beautiful realities of thru-hiking is that you can eat literally whatever you want and
Why I’m Thru-Hiking the Pacific Crest Trail
The cat is out of the bag. Well, if you Today, although I can pinpoint elements in my life that are less than ideal, my resting state is
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Feral Pony Ruthlessly Kicks Thru-Hiker in Balls [Watch]
One of the many highlights of the Appalachian Trail is encountering the feral (commonly principles of Leave No Trace and to keep a distance from any
The Best Cameras and Lenses for Hiking and Backpacking
Although no camera can perfectly recreate the beauty of the backcountry, some do a much job than others. Once upon a time, using
6 Thru-Hiking Photographers You Need to Be Following
Capturing pretty pictures from the backcountry requires only a camera and a desire to explore. Consistently snapping jaw-dropping, eye-catching, or
Future AT Thru-Hikers: Please Register Your Hike
The following guest post is courtesy of the the During hiking season, shelter sites near the starting point have limited capacity. Once that
Dusty Camel Sets Out to Thru-Hike the Arizona Trail (with a Ridiculous Catch)
There's a good chance you're already familiar with Ian Mangiardi and/or Andy Laub. Seven years ago, by the fate of the Internet overlords, I was put