by mcgarveysan | Apr 9, 2019 | Hiking, PCT, Section A California, Thru-hikes
Today we’re zeroing in Warner Springs. Edwardo, my blister, is happy for a day of relaxation and rejuvenation. We walked to the local community center late this afternoon. They host hikers and there’s a trail gear company nearby. We wanted to look at...
by mcgarveysan | Apr 8, 2019 | Hiking, PCT, Section A California, Thru-hikes
Last night we camped close to the Montezuma trail crossing after seeing our daughter/son-in-law and grandkids. It was great to see them so early in the trek! They were in San Diego on holiday so they made the trek out to see us! Family visits on the PCT It was great...
by mcgarveysan | Apr 5, 2019 | Hiking, PCT, Section A California, Thru-hikes
Noelle at a Water Cache Here we were, parked in the middle of nowhere and running low’ish on water. our trusty trail application, Guthook, told us that there was a water cache up ahead. We located the water cache and replenished our supplies. Who fills up the...
by mcgarveysan | Apr 4, 2019 | Hiking, PCT, Section A California, Thru-hikes
Noelle here: The biggest thing that has surprised me during this first week of hiking is my smell. I am stunned, literally stunned by how much I stink and how dirty my hands and feet stay. I switch out socks and underwear daily. And by switch out I mean trade for the...
by mcgarveysan | Apr 3, 2019 | Hiking, PCT, Section A California, Thru-hikes
Our day began at 2AM when several tent stakes dislodged due to the high wind. Our ultra light frameless tent is great for being light, but wind isn’t its strongest suit. [wpvideo 8ng9hukv ] Somewhere around 5:30 we gave up trying to shore it up and just waited...
by mcgarveysan | Apr 1, 2019 | Hiking, PCT, Section A California, Thru-hikes
Today was our first resupply package pickup. We had the package shipped to the local post office (thanks JMc!) and retrieved it today when the post office opened at noon. First PCT Resupply The main resupply was vitamins and a few prescription meds. We intentionally...
