Olympia

Hi my name is Olympia, but people just call me Opa. I'm a conqueror of the useless, or perhaps i've been conquered by the 'useless'.. In 2017 I was a horse/mule wrangler in the Teton Wilderness of Wyoming, which is where I realized the trail/wilderness is my 'happy place'. In 2018 i'm going to pursue that love further on the Pacific Crest Trail, on foot. The trail is my best reality.

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Fourth Fake Zero Post PCT Analysis

Fourth Fake Zero Post PCT Analysis

I finished my PCT thru-hike four days ago. Adjustment back to a normal balanced life feels good, but has left me feeling like a feather in the wind, that could be blown in any direction.

Sep 25, 2018 : Olympia
Life on Trail: Mammoth to Tahoe Bay

Life on Trail: Mammoth to Tahoe Bay

Jul 2, 2018 : Olympia
My First PCT Black Bear Encounter

My First PCT Black Bear Encounter

Here are some thoughts I had after running into my first black bear all alone on trail. It was a sow and two cubs about 15 feet off trail.

Jun 17, 2018 : Olympia
Thoughts From the Trail Via Some Audio Clips

Thoughts From the Trail Via Some Audio Clips

A little trip down the mental lane of a Thru-hiker on the PCT

Jun 8, 2018 : Olympia
Do You Understand Why I’m Doing This?

Do You Understand Why I’m Doing This?

Why I think people think I'm doing this. --I'm a lost young adult of the millennials. --I don't want responsibility. --Ego trip. --Dirty

Mar 4, 2018 : Olympia
77 Days until My Start, 77 Days to be Here Now

77 Days until My Start, 77 Days to be Here Now

All I can picture is heat, desert heat. I have a backpack on, full of only the things I need, to survive. Right now, this is all I want out of life.

Feb 2, 2018 : Olympia
Whats Your PCT Price?

Whats Your PCT Price?

I run some quick math through my head and realize I can live in modern society for the same amount as some spend on thru-hiking the PCT.. Dang

Dec 6, 2017 : Olympia
Fears, Faith, and Fun-employment While Thru Hiking

Fears, Faith, and Fun-employment While Thru Hiking

Here is a list of why's and why-nots, what and what-nots that I have when it comes to my PCT 2018 hike. Funemployment is the time I take between the seasonal jobs I work and the fun things I get to do during those times i.e. hike 2,650miles..

Nov 30, 2017 : Olympia