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KPTZ Interview
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KPTZ Interview

Dave Cunningham, our neighbor, volunteers at the local community radio station, KPTZ.  He got a hold of us through our … Continue reading KPTZ Interview

Progress on Food Prep
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Progress on Food Prep

We’ve started the big job of arranging our food for our Pacific Crest Trail adventure.  A lot of our food … Continue reading Progress on Food Prep

Home Away from Home
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Home Away from Home

Many people wonder where we’re going to stay when we “do this hike”.  Elaine and I are experienced tent campers.  … Continue reading Home Away from Home

1st Leg of the Pacific Northwest National Scenic Trail -Saturday, April 1, 2017
Backpacking, Pacific Northwest National Scenic Trail

1st Leg of the Pacific Northwest National Scenic Trail -Saturday, April 1, 2017

We couldn’t decide what we wanted to do for Spring Break.  Elaine always saves her vacation time to coincide with … Continue reading 1st Leg of the Pacific Northwest National Scenic Trail -Saturday, April 1, 2017

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Footwear for the PCT

We’ve tried out many combinations of boots, shoes, socks, and insoles for our upcoming trip.  The only way to get … Continue reading Footwear for the PCT

A Sigh of Relief
Pacific Crest Trail

A Sigh of Relief

Ok!  The application process is over!  We received our e-mail from the Pacific Crest Trail Association, and we can now … Continue reading A Sigh of Relief

Permit Update Day – January 17, 2018
Pacific Crest Trail

Permit Update Day – January 17, 2018

We’ve been looking toward this day with some hesitation.  We do have a permit to start the Pacific Crest Trail … Continue reading Permit Update Day – January 17, 2018

Gold Creek Trail Update
Day Hikes, Pacific Northwest National Scenic Trail

Gold Creek Trail Update

Last August we attempted to find the Gold Creek Trailhead above the Dungeness River.  We drove a bunch of roads … Continue reading Gold Creek Trail Update

Day Hikes

December 18, 2017 – Mad River Trail

Left Manson about 11:00.  Drove to Entiat River Road.  10 miles up to turn at Ardenvoir on Mad River Road.  … Continue reading December 18, 2017 – Mad River Trail

PCT Application Day
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PCT Application Day

To hike the Pacific Crest Trail for more than 500 miles, a hiker must acquire a permit.  Hikers doing large … Continue reading PCT Application Day

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