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
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
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
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
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,