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Jean Taggart

I’m Jean aka Loon or Lady Luck. I got my hiking start in the NH White Mountains hiking the 4k-footers. In 2014 I hiked the lower half of the PCT and since then have been on many a backpacking adventure: Wonderland Trail, Long Trail, Loowit Trail, Goat Rocks, Three Sisters, etc. You might also find me trail running or day hiking. Day jobs may include Geologist, Brewer, Outdoor Gear Sales Specialist, and Gear Production and Gear Designer. Always scheming up the next adventure...

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How I Overcame Shin Splints (And How You Can, Too) In 9 Steps

How I Overcame Shin Splints (And How You Can, Too) In 9 Steps

  Shin splints on the trail are fun for no one *DISCLAIMER: I am not a doctor but I like to think of myself as a personal expert on shin

Mar 25, 2016 : Jean Taggart
Preparing for a Long Trail Thru-Hike

Preparing for a Long Trail Thru-Hike

Hiking Vermont's Long Trail (LT) is not for the faint-hearted or the weak-footed. So how does one prepare for an LT thru-hike? Aside from the essential gear and food components, some prep is physical but much is mental - consider what you're getting into. Also be prepared for awesomeness. This is what to expect...

Mar 13, 2016 : Jean Taggart
The Trail Food Trifecta: Ramen, Mac & Cheese, & Idahoans

The Trail Food Trifecta: Ramen, Mac & Cheese, & Idahoans

What’s so special about ramen? Mac & cheese? Idahoans? They looks so average. So boring. So...meh. Well you’re wrong! image courtesy of

Feb 28, 2016 : Jean Taggart
Circumnavigating Rainier: 9 Reasons to Hike The Wonderland Trail

Circumnavigating Rainier: 9 Reasons to Hike The Wonderland Trail

The first time I heard of the Wonderland Trail was on a Dirtbag Diaries podcast. It was a story about a trail runner and a mountain lion encounter on

Feb 13, 2016 : Jean Taggart