The first few days on the trail have been so full. It started with the flight to San Diego, which was filled with thoughts of "what am I doing?" But when I got to the airport and was picked up by Trail angels (people who help hikers out of the goodness of their hearts), and …

Continue reading PCT Update 1: Yer a Lizard, Harry

I’m feeling kind of anxious about this impending journey, and I’m showing it by weighing every item that I’ll be carrying on the trail (and then weighing again, just to be sure). This is a compulsive activity that potential through hikers (or thru-hikers: those who hike a long distance trail in a single hiking season) …

Continue reading Getting Ready (how much does a poop trowel weigh?)