PCT

Location: Campo to Just short of Hauser Creek. PCT Mile Marker: 11.4 / elevation 3396ft Health / Physical / Mental: very positive today. Feel good but I’m filthy and smelly which is a mental struggle for me. Money: $22 on my Wise card for shipping a bounce box to Mount Laguna (around mile 40). Snake…

The one where I flew to the USA, my dream became reality and an inspirational talk at a campfire. Location: UK to San Diego I actually walked: No PCT miles yet! Weather: Perfect! (Very cold on the plane!) Health / Physical / Mental:- Super excited and a bit nervous. Food: Plane food – not the…

It’s been a busy week! Good news! My PCTA permit has been received, printed and laminated for safekeeping. A permit is essential for all PCT hikers (either local permits or one sent by the PCTA). Any hiker can be stopped by a park ranger at any time and if you cannot produce your permit then…

Is it wise to visit the “Outdoor Expo” just before heading out on the PCT? You think you have your gear dialled in but can I stop myself from buying more stuff? This weekend was the National Outdoor Expo at the NEC. It was a packed show, but with the volume of people it really should…

29 DAYS TO GO!  Can you believe that I have less than a month to go! Omg! That thought gives me a little flutter in the pit of my stomach. I’m obsessed with watching videos from those that are starting out on their hike. Just type #PCT2023 into YouTube and it will send you down a…

36 DAYS TO GO! Sometimes it’s best to stick with what you know, the grass isn’t always greener on the other side.  Last week I purchased some new Salomon Trail Runners (Pulsar Pro). The reviews were excellent and I liked the anti-debris collar (so that I could save a few grams and not bring sock…

I’ve done something that some may think is a bit crazy (if hiking the PCT is not crazy enough!). I promised that these preparation journals will be transparent and I hope they help other hikers, but this post may help some women. WHAT DID I DO? Well, last Friday I went to the doctor to…

With just over a month to go the butterflies are starting to appear. Main photo: Hiker Town. I’m not sure if I’ll stay here as I understand it could “smell” a bit funny (if you know what I mean 😜). But I will pop in! 🖥️ The zoom sessions are over and some hikers are starting…