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The Best Women’s Hiking Apparel

The Best Women’s Hiking Apparel

The following is a Sponsored Post brought to you by REI.  You can find their array of quality women's clothing here.  Women-specific backpacking clothing has come a long way in...

Jul 26, 2018 : The Editors
What I Appreciate, What I Don’t Miss

What I Appreciate, What I Don’t Miss

I recently stayed in town (Truckee, CA) for a few days as I was lucky enough to have grown up near the area and have a place to stay. I...

Jul 19, 2018 : Taylor Sienkiewicz
PCT Trail Closure Reduced near Northern Terminus

PCT Trail Closure Reduced near Northern Terminus

The Pacific Crest Trail fire closure near the Northern Terminus has been reduced to 17.5 miles, from near the Slate Peak Lookout (mile 2,623.6) to near Woody Pass (mile 2,641)...

Jul 19, 2018 : The Editors
The City of Mount Shasta Becomes PCT’s First Designated Trail Town

The City of Mount Shasta Becomes PCT’s First Designated Trail Town

The Pacific Crest Trail Association and the city of Mount Shasta are throwing a big ol' party. The two announced their inaugural Trail Town Celebration to be held Saturday, July...

Jul 18, 2018 : Becky Booroojian
Coming in Hot: Finishing CA and into Oregon

Coming in Hot: Finishing CA and into Oregon

Hello, everyone. Slightly behind on updates as I was busy trying to hike past the Klamathon Fire in Ashland and also celebrating the 4th of July, but here are the...

Jul 17, 2018 : Chris Guynn
Gear Review: Therm-a-Rest Space Cowboy Sleeping Bag 45-Degree

Gear Review: Therm-a-Rest Space Cowboy Sleeping Bag 45-Degree

Therm-a-Rest Space Cowboy 45-Degree Sleeping Bag Basic specs Brand: Therm-a-Rest Product Name: Space Cowboy 45-degree Sleeping Bag Weight: 19oz (regular length) Packed size: 7in x

Jul 16, 2018 : Stacia Bennett
This Week’s Top Instagram Posts From The #PacificCrestTrail

This Week’s Top Instagram Posts From The #PacificCrestTrail

It's just about that time again! Each week we showcase our favorite photos from Instagram using the hashtag #AppalachianTrail and #PacificCrestTrail. Here are a few of the best posts for your

Jul 16, 2018 : Andrea Davis
Out of the Frying Pan, Into the… Freezer?

Out of the Frying Pan, Into the… Freezer?

Miles walked: 700 Audio: see below I’m way sorry that I’ve been MIA for so long. I had reliable internet in Tehachapi (mile 566), but had no motivation to write...

Jul 12, 2018 : Spooky
5 Reasons You Should Totally Pick Up Hitchhiking Thru-Hikers

5 Reasons You Should Totally Pick Up Hitchhiking Thru-Hikers

Last week, I picked up my very first hitchhiker! Does that sound a tad risqué? What I actually meant is that I gave an AT thru-hiker a ride to the...

Jul 11, 2018 : Andrea Davis
It May Be Heavy, but It’s a Piece of Home

It May Be Heavy, but It’s a Piece of Home

On the PCT, you meet people from all different walks of life. Different ages, different personalities, from different places, and with different reasons for hiking the trail. Meeting so many...

Jul 10, 2018 : Taylor Sienkiewicz