If you are reading this post, then you have most definitely heard of the coronavirus. It’s a scary, confusing, and difficult time for many of us, and I know we all are looking forward to the day this nightmare is over. But the point of this post is to talk about how COVID-19 has negatively …
Continental Divide Trail 2020…and the Coronavirus Read More »
The most commonly asked question I get regarding my upcoming Pacific Crest Trail thru-hike is, “How are you physically preparing?” To answer, I always stare deeply into their eyes, let a few moments of silence pass us by, maybe even grab their hand, then respond ever-so-passionately, “Binge eating.” And then I wink while blowing a kiss. Ok, …
Backpacking is such a weird concept if you think about it. You spend a bunch of money to basically become homeless for a chunk of time. You don’t (typically) get to shower, use a toilet, or sometimes even eat hot food. You sleep on the ground, you exert yourself to the point of exhaustion each …
How To Start Backpacking (And Why You Should Try It) Read More »
Well, I did it again friends! That’s right. Another disastrous trip, back-to-back. I would like to note that none of this is made up. My life may seem like a joke, but it’s not. It’s all definitely real. Some friends and I were backpacking Tuck and Robin Lakes. Now what can go wrong in a …
Severe Dehydration on the Trail and a Trip to the ER Read More »