This year, like last year, I began my year by setting a goal of accomplishing 52 hikes in 52 weeks. The 52 Hike Challenge is intended to get people outdoors, averaging one hike per week of the year. In 2016, I finished the challenge on Christmas Day, hiking in Providence Canyon with my mom and... Continue Reading →
Gear Essentials for Women: The Pee Rag
This article was originally written for thetrek.co and published HERE. Ok, I know what you are wondering. What the heck is a pee rag?? Actually, if you've spent any time at all on a long trail you've probably heard of them, and you've likely seen them hanging off the pack of the badass lady hiker... Continue Reading →
Hostel Etiquette: A Hiker’s Guide to What Not to Do
A hiker's guide to what not to do when staying at a hiker hostel.
The 52 Hike Challenge: End of the Year Review
An overview of my year completing the 52 Hike Challenge, including plans for next year's challenge!
Just a long walk in the woods: Why we are drawn to the pilgrimage
Originally published on thetrek.co in December, 2014. Click HERE to view original article. pilgrimage noun any long journey, especially one undertaken as a quest or for a votive purpose, as to pay homage As I’m preparing for my ever-closer-to-reality thru hike, I find myself being asked constantly, “Why?” Well. All sorts of reasons come to mind,... Continue Reading →