Crystal Gail Welcome

I will embark upon my journey in April 2016.  As a former teacher, I know the importance of leading by example, and I want others to know that all things are possible.

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5,320,000 steps

5,320,000 steps

Roughly 10,000 steps equals five mile. Multiple those steps times the distance of the Pacific Crest Trail (2,660 miles) and if my calculations are

Nov 8, 2015 : Crystal Gail Welcome
Trick or Treat!

Trick or Treat!

When I talk with people about hiking the PCT, or express excitement about an upcoming solo hike, I am often asked, “Why would you isolate yourself

Oct 29, 2015 : Crystal Gail Welcome
Back to nature

Back to nature

Since 2009, I have battled the rare brain disease, Intracranial Hypertension (IH, formally termed pseudotumor cerebri). My body thinks and acts like

Oct 27, 2015 : Crystal Gail Welcome
Welcome, hiker!

Welcome, hiker!

Hi! I am Crystal Gail Welcome, a hiker among other things. Crystal Gail is my given name. Which if you are following means, Welcome is my surname,

Oct 26, 2015 : Crystal Gail Welcome