Thru-Hiking Tips Part 1

Thru-Hiking Tips Part 1

Thru-hiking is backpacking an entire trail in a single trip. If you are planning a thru-hike here are some tips to help you succeed, with information about why hikers quit, setting priorities, pacing, scheduling, hiking your own hike and making trail friends.

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Thru-Hiking Tips Part 2

Thru-Hiking Tips Part 2

Last week I posted an article with some tips for thru-hikers. Here is Part 2 of that series, with more information about footcare, diet, gear weight, managing finances, staying positive and not quitting…

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Pacific Crest Trail & John Muir Trail Pictures

Pacific Crest Trail & John Muir Trail Pictures

The Pacific Crest Trail is a long-distance backpacking and hiking trail that runs 2,650 miles from Mexico to Canada through California, Oregon and Washington. Here are some pics from my PCT adventures…

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Desert Hiking Tips

Desert Hiking Tips

If you are planning to hike the PCT, CDT or another trail that goes through the desert here are some tips to help you stay cool, conserve water and keep your pack light in a desert environment.

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Download: Backpacking Itinerary Planner Spreadsheet

Download: Backpacking Itinerary Planner Spreadsheet

Download my free custom Backpacking Itinerary Planner Spreadsheet tool. This will help you plan a long-distance hike on the Pacific Crest Trail, Appalachian Trail or any other long trail.

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