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The Whimsical Woman

Professional dirt collector and world's okayest hiker.

This is how much it cost me to hike the Pacific Crest Trail

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Tahoe Rim Trail - Day 11⁣ Mile 121.3-136.9 // 15 Tahoe Rim Trail - Day 11⁣ Mile 121.3-136.9 // 15.6 miles⁣⁣ Camped at Relay Peak⁣ ⁣⁣ There was rain and wind all night!! It kept coming and going every 15-20 minutes. I also woke up in pain, so I ate some Ibuprofen for breakfast. Dyana also said she heard a large animal huffing and puffing in the middle of the night, and sure enough, there was a large animal poop right outside our tents the next morning that wasn’t there the night before. Maybe the huffing and puffing was because it was constipated? #prayforpoop⁣ ⁣ But we had a lot of climbing today. Our goal was to make it to Relay Peak and potentially camp on the summit. We had a lot of stunning views (this seems to be a trend on the TRT), and passed an awesome waterfall! We decided to push ourselves to do the big climb to Relay Peak. There were 360 degree views and the sunset was the best we had yet. It was freaking gorgeous up there. ⁣ ⁣ But it was very cold. 🥶 Thankfully we each found some camp spots with somewhat of a tree barrier to block wind from one side. I could see thunderstorms in the distance and I was worried they would make their way over to us, but thankfully that never happened. ⁣ ⁣ I could also see the town lights of Reno and Carson City, and there’s something about being high up in the mountains overlooking a city that gives me some dreamy, romantic vibes. ⁣ ⁣ Only 2 1/2 more days left. ⁣⁣ #tahoerimtrail #keeptahoeblue #relaypeak
Tahoe Rim Trail - Day 10⁣⁣ Mile 107.7-121.3 + Tahoe Rim Trail - Day 10⁣⁣ Mile 107.7-121.3 + 1.2RT side trail // 14.8 miles⁣⁣ Camped near Tunnel Creek Road⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ We got an early start to the day, which always feels good. We slept alright considering the traffic noise, but I heard what could be described as “slapping sounds” in the middle of the night, and I imagined it was a bear smacking my bear canister. 🤣 Thankfully, my bear can was still there in the morning. 🐻 ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ We had a 5.5 mile climb to start the morning off, but it was peaceful as NO ONE was on trail. But of course the second I go pee, someone walks around the corner and witnesses me in the act. 🙄⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ I got to eat leftover pizza for lunch and it was delicious. 10/10 recommend. ⁣ ⁣ As the morning turned into the afternoon, dark clouds started to roll in. But thankfully it wasn’t overhead...yet. We heard great things about a side trail to the Sand Harbor Overlook and we decided to take it. It added 1.2 miles to our day, but it was well worth it. ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ But as we got there, the dark clouds moved closer and the thunder and lightening had started. This was our cue to head back to the TRT and find coverage!! We bolted down the trail, and thankfully we were descending. And as the thunder continued to grow louder and closer, it started to rain. It was windy and cold and we wanted to keep moving to keep warm. ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ The rain finally stopped right as we found a hidden campsite overlooking Kings Beach. We watched the beautiful sunset and could see in the direction of our final destination: Tahoe City. ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ And at this point, I only have one question in mind....⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ Why am I so itchy? 🥴⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ #tahoerimtrail #keeptahoeblue
So moody, just the way I like it.⁣ ⁣ 📸: @dy So moody, just the way I like it.⁣ ⁣ 📸: @dyanacarmella .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ #RecreateResponsibly #hikewithme⁣ #madewild #wanderwomeninc⁣ #hikingbangers #allaboutadventures #optoutside #campingdonelight #findyourbackcountry #thewhimsicalwoman #thruhike #womenwhohike #womenwhoexplore #rei #forceofnature #girlgetoutside #withguthook #forwhatstocome #choosemountains #takemoreadventures #waymarkgearco #hikenevada #hikecalifornia #laketahoe #tahoerimtrail #sandharbor #keepnaturewild
Tahoe Rim Trail - Day 9⁣ Mile 98.1-107.7 // 9.6 Tahoe Rim Trail - Day 9⁣ Mile 98.1-107.7 // 9.6 miles⁣ Camped at Spooner Summit South Trailhead⁣ ⁣ Today was resupply day!! And we all loooovveee resupply days! Thankfully, we had less than 10 miles to the Spooner Summit South Trailhead where my parents met Dyana and I. We’re considering this our “rest” day. ⁣ ⁣ We got into my parents air conditioned vehicle and we literally screamed with excitement and relief. And that cold Diet Pepsi just hit differently. Being in the exposed elements for 9 days can take a toll on you.⁣ ⁣ But we got the best views of Lake Tahoe today! We had to climb in the morning to get there, but after we ate lunch on this awesome wooden bench overlooking the lake, we had about 5 miles of sweet, sweet downhill.⁣ ⁣ Once we loaded up our packs and grabbed another Liter of water carrying capacity, we had my parents drop us off at Spooner Lake. There was no camping allowed for miles North of Spooner Lake, so we decided to try to camp there and start hiking early the next morning. But it turns out, camping is NOT allowed at Spooner Lake. 🙄⁣ ⁣ So, we had to walk a couple miles back to the Spooner Summit South Trailhead (not the same as Spooner Lake) and pitch our tents in a car lot. So much for a relaxing evening! 🥴⁣ ⁣ #tahoerimtrail #keeptahoeblue #laketahoe #trta #spoonerlake #spoonersummit
Tahoe Rim Trail - Day 8⁣ Mile 81.6-98.1 // 16.5 Tahoe Rim Trail - Day 8⁣ Mile 81.6-98.1 // 16.5 miles⁣ Camped overlooking Lake Tahoe on side of mountain ⛰ ⁣ ⁣ Today was our longest mileage day and the last climb was a struggle for both Dyana and I. It was hot and we started a 36 mile waterless stretch. We chugged a ton of water at the last water source and had to make sure our 2L each could last 24 hours.⁣ ⁣ We started to see more vast views of Lake Tahoe, and even got a great shot of South Lake Tahoe from the hills. There were more clouds coming in and we thought it was going to rain and thunder on us again, but the storm barely missed us. AND, we crossed the Stateline and entered Nevada and it gave us motivation!⁣ ⁣ Our campsite was a makeshift spot on some flat-ish sand on the side of a mountain...literally. But the sunset and views were incredible and worth the wonky camp spot. ⁣ ⁣ I was really exhausted and my shoulders were healing. They were still bruised really bad. ⁣ ⁣ Tomorrow, we meet my parents for our second and last resupply at Spooner Lake. We’re almost there!! ⁣ ⁣ #tahoerimtrail #laketahoe #keeptahoeblue #trta #hikelaketahoe⁣ ⁣
Finding space in the outdoors is possible right no Finding space in the outdoors is possible right now, but on the Tahoe Rim Trail, we still found ourselves at busy trailheads surrounded by a lot of people. So sometimes our hiking looked like this. 😷 ⁣ ⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ #RecreateResponsibly #hikewithme⁣ #madewild #wanderwomeninc⁣ #hikingbangers #allaboutadventures #optoutside #teamzpacks #campingdonelight #findyourbackcountry #thewhimsicalwoman #thruhike #womenwhohike #rei #forceofnature #girlgetoutside #withguthook #forwhatstocome #choosemountains #takemoreadventures #waymarkgearco #tahoerimtrail #maskup #thermarest
I am obsessed with this piece @keeptheballrollingd I am obsessed with this piece @keeptheballrollingdesign did of Owen and I in the mountains on our wedding day. It’s simple but also has so much personality and is different from anything I have seen before. ⁣ I can’t wait to hang it in our house! ⁣ ⁣ Contact Katherine via her IG account if you want one done of you, family, friends, your business, etc! She does personal and commercial illustration, as well as animation! ⁣ ⁣ And in an effort to support other artists, drop some of your favorite artists below for myself and others to check out!! ☀️ ⁣ ⁣ #customart #illustration #laketahoewedding
Tahoe Rim Trail - Day 7⁣⁣ Mile 69.4-81.6 // 12 Tahoe Rim Trail - Day 7⁣⁣ Mile 69.4-81.6 // 12.2 miles⁣⁣ Camped at Star Lake⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ Today was HARD. There was a lot of steep climbing and steep downhill. Not taking a zero day is taking a toll on me, even though we’re not doing huge miles. BUT, the views were incredible and made it easier to push through the feet and joint pain. ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ There were a lot of mountain bike riders today, and one in particular came around a corner so fast and would have plowed right into me if I didn’t *literally* jump off the ledge and cling onto a tree trunk. I SCREAMED AT HIM. So much for peaceful nature. ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ That was near the top of a brutal climb, and when I arrived and saw Dyana, the tears came. That mountain biker would have sent me to the hospital if I wasn’t paying attention and it sent me over the edge emotionally with how disrespectful he was. ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ But I had to move on from that and worry about the thunderstorm quickly approaching us. We had planned to hike a lot further, but the rain started and so did the thunder and lightening, so we decided to stop early and camp at Star Lake. ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ Dyana and I were frantically putting up our tents as it started to pour and we knew we made the right decision to stop. Plus, the lake was beautiful and our bodies loved a little break.⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ The rain stopped and we got the pleasure of seeing a beautiful post-rain sunset. Our horse friends, Chip and Tongo, we’re camped there as well and we got to meet their doggy brother, Tug, who immediately stole mine and Dyana’s hearts. ⁣⁣ ⁣ I have a horrible heat rash on my thighs and a very infected bug bite on my calf. #supersexy⁣ ⁣⁣ All in all, it was a good day.⁣⁣ .⁣⁣ .⁣⁣ .⁣⁣ .⁣⁣ .⁣⁣ .⁣⁣ .⁣⁣ #tahoerimtrail #trta #keeptahoeblue #laketahoe #hikelaketahoe #starlake #womenwhohike #womenwhoexplore #thewhimsicalwoman #choosemountains #hikewithme #recreateresponsibly #forceofnature #hiking #thruhiking #hikecalifornia #thegreatoutdoors #earthoutdoors #goatworthy #betheadventure⁣⁣
Tahoe Rim Trail - Day 6⁣ Mile 54-69.4 // 15.4 mi Tahoe Rim Trail - Day 6⁣ Mile 54-69.4 // 15.4 miles⁣ Camped 2.5 miles South of Highway 89 crossing ⁣ We woke up, did our normal morning routine, and started the remaining uphill of a big climb. My shoulders were feeling better after wearing a shirt that covered them, but they were still very tender. I also wasn’t feeling too motivated for some reason, but eating a big lunch really helped my spirits.⁣ Some days I have more energy than others. ⁣ It was a beautiful and scenic day though. We did our biggest mileage day so far on the trail and decided to get another good chunk of uphill climbing done before bed, similar to the night before. ⁣ ⁣ Our feet hurt and we both have weird rashes. Dyana’s is on her butt (🤣) and mine is on my thighs. Heat rash maybe? We need medical attention. 🏥 ⁣ ⁣ We camped next to an unknown water source which makes sleeping easier for me. I prefer listening to the trickle of water over mice squeaking all night. ⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ #tahoerimtrail #laketahoe #trta #thewhimsicalwoman #nature #adventure #recreateresponsibly #rei #forceofnature #womenwhoexplore #womenwhohike #choosemountains #thruhike #backpacking #thruhiking #hikewithme #madewild #findyourbackcountry #optoutside⁣ #greenbellymeals #teamzpacks
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