Category: backpacking
Rise and Grind – 300 Montana Miles in 10 Days on the CDT
Our group came into Darby exhausted after our 220 mile week. We talked ourselves into a zero day pretty easily and spent the day resting and eating. After a couple hours waiting for a ride, we managed to get ourselves back to the trail… Continue Reading “Rise and Grind – 300 Montana Miles in 10 Days on the CDT”
7 Days. 221 Miles. Hiking the ID / MT Ridge on the CDT.
When we arrived in Lima, MT, after our Yellowstone adventure, our group of six was exhausted. We awoke in our hotel and immediately began tossing around the idea of a zero. It didn’t take much convincing for all six of us to be on… Continue Reading “7 Days. 221 Miles. Hiking the ID / MT Ridge on the CDT.”
“You Dropped Your Rainbow” – Enjoying Iconic Yellowstone on the CDT
After 165 miles in 6 days through some of my all time favorite hiking in the Wind River Range, we took a much needed (and deserved!) double zero in Dubois, WY, at our friend Tabi’s house. (Thanks again, Tabi!!) We were on the verge… Continue Reading ““You Dropped Your Rainbow” – Enjoying Iconic Yellowstone on the CDT”
From the Great Basin to the Wind River Range: Experiencing Wonderful Wyoming
After 12 morning miles through the desert, we arrived in the small city of Rawlins, WY eager for a little R&R after the 150 mile stretch from Steamboat Springs. We lucked into a very early check-in with our friend, Foundation, went to the grocery… Continue Reading “From the Great Basin to the Wind River Range: Experiencing Wonderful Wyoming”
Changing Landscapes: Colorado into Wyoming on the CDT
After our back to back 30s to get to Breckenridge and with ominous clouds looming in the sky, we made the easy decision to take our first zero since Chama. We had a perfect day off that mostly consisted of lounging around while keeping… Continue Reading “Changing Landscapes: Colorado into Wyoming on the CDT”
Through Colorado’s Collegiates – Salida to Breckenridge on the CDT
It was hard to leave Salida, especially with a hiker party going on at a brewery, but we got a ride back to Monarch Pass with local Trail Angel Tom and hit the trail. We made it about 9 miles down the trail logging… Continue Reading “Through Colorado’s Collegiates – Salida to Breckenridge on the CDT”
Endless Wide Open Spaces: Pie Town to Chama on the CDT
We left the Toaster House in Pie Town and headed out into the New Mexican abyss for another stretch of hiking towards Grants. Our bags were loaded down with extra water as we took off into the nothingness that exists in central New Mexico.… Continue Reading “Endless Wide Open Spaces: Pie Town to Chama on the CDT”
85 Miles through the Chihuahuan Desert – A Warm Welcome to the CDT
We wrapped up three busy yet fun weeks of work in catering at Coachella Music Festival April 22 (yes, I saw Beyonce’s show with 150 musicians and backup dancers 😮). We had a big day of traveling on the 24th driving from Indio to… Continue Reading “85 Miles through the Chihuahuan Desert – A Warm Welcome to the CDT”
The Little Three: The Long Trail, The John Muir Trail, and The Colorado Trail
Have you ever considered a thruhike? When that phrase comes to mind, I imagine many people think of the Appalachian Trail or Pacific Crest Trail both of which are over 2000 miles long and take 5ish months to hike end to end. I understand… Continue Reading “The Little Three: The Long Trail, The John Muir Trail, and The Colorado Trail”
Gear Review: Sawyer Squeeze Water Filter
Sawyer Squeeze Water Filter On both the Appalachian Trail and the Pacific Crest Trail, our preferred method of water purification is the Sawyer Squeeze Water Filter (full size). This is what I recommend for water treatment to others and what I will continue to… Continue Reading “Gear Review: Sawyer Squeeze Water Filter”
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