Planning A PCT Hike

When planning both my PCT thru-hike in 2018 and again in 2019, the most stressful part of the process was applying for the permits. There are three permits every PCT thru-hiker should obtain before getting on trail and making their way towards Canada. Read more…

Planning A PCT Hike

Not every day on the trail is going to be magical, inspiring and picturesque. For as many awesome days there are on trail, there will be plenty of tough ones too. Here are six ways to train your brain to help you navigate successfully through a long-distance thru-hike. Read more…

Planning A PCT Hike

To use a bounce box or not to use a bounce box on a long-distance hike? That’s one question a lot of hikers ask themselves during the planning process of their hike. This was my experience using a bounce box during my 2018 PCT thru-hike. Read more…

Planning A PCT Hike

In 2018, I spent a lot of time putting together my resupply strategy and it ended up being a waste of time. Here are eight changes I’ll make for my PCT resupply strategy in 2019. Read more…

Planning A PCT Hike

NoBo or SoBo? There are many factors to take into consideration when a hiker is choosing which direction they want to hike the PCT in. Learn about the benefits and disadvantages to hiking in each direction along the PCT. Read more…

Planning A PCT Hike

When asked about thru-hiking the Pacific Crest Trail, I often get asked about my resupply strategy. Here are all the details of how I planned my 2018 PCT resupply strategy along with the FAQs I get asked about resupplying on trail and my detailed answers. Read more…

Planning A PCT Hike

Whether you’re getting ready to start planning your own thru-hike or are just curious and want to learn more about the Pacific Crest Trail and/or long-distance hiking in general, here’s a list of 50 thru-hiking terms you should know.  Read more…