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Homemade Wanderlust 2024 Neck Knives Are Here!

by Jessica | November 26, 2024 | Updates | 0 Comments

The HW Genesis Neck Knife is a limited edition item made by MT Knives and is back in stock for 2024. Just like the last two years, the batch for 2024 is built from MagnaCut. This premium steel is known for its high toughness, impressive wear resistance, and unmatched...

CDT Update #1 – Crazy Cook Monument, NM to Hachita, NM

by Jessica | June 8, 2018 | Continental Divide Trail Journey Blog, Updates | 33 Comments

After bumping along at least 40 miles of barren and rutted dirt roads, I stepped out of the truck and shouted, ”Woohoo—there it is!” I couldn’t believe I was finally setting sights upon my third southern terminus of the Triple Crown trails, the Crazy Cook Monument. As...

Road Trip to the Continental Divide Trail (CDT)

by Jessica | May 1, 2018 | Continental Divide Trail Journey Blog, Updates | 91 Comments

When Perk arrived at my house in Alabama from New York, I already knew it--he wasn't ready. His pack likely had no gear in it, he hadn't settled on a supply of food and his taxes weren't complete. As I greeted him at the door I asked, "Hey Perk, are you ready?!" His...

CDT Gear List (Desert Section)

by Jessica | April 10, 2018 | Continental Divide Trail Gear List | 68 Comments

Hey y'all! Here is the lighterpack link for the gear I'll be carrying on the CDT this year. It is (of course) subject to change as I go along and make adjustments in the desert. I will also swap out for different pieces of gear in various sections like the San Juans,...

Where To Send a Resupply Box on the PCT?

by Jessica | January 10, 2018 | Backpacking Topics, Updates | 19 Comments

You've decided you're going to thru-hike the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT), and now you're trying to map out every resupply point and plan all your food drops. Before you pull all your hair out trying...

AT Video Update #21

by Jessica | Aug 28, 2015 | Videos | 0 Comments

1,000 miles! http://youtu.be/T5rwQr693Ao

AT Video Update #20

by Jessica | Aug 28, 2015 | Videos | 0 Comments

Snakes in packs! http://youtu.be/26cAPY3iAO8

AT Update #21 – Branchville, NJ to New York State Line

by Jessica | Aug 22, 2015 | Appalachian Trail Journey Blog | 9 Comments

I was not looking forward to leaving Gyp's Tavern because nightfall had already come. I had seen multiple bears during my time in New Jersey, and the idea of stumbling upon one of them in the dark didn't seem like a memory I wanted to make. But, onward I hiked. After...

AT Update #20 – Port Clinton, PA to Branchville, NJ

by Jessica | Aug 14, 2015 | Appalachian Trail Journey Blog | 7 Comments

After I returned the rental car, Rebel Yell's daddy dropped me off at the trail in Port Clinton, PA. I can't thank his family enough for their hospitality while I was in the area. They are truly selfless in many ways! In fact, Mr. Yell had been waiting to find a...

AT Video Update #19

by Jessica | Aug 14, 2015 | Videos | 0 Comments

AT Video Update #18

by Jessica | Aug 14, 2015 | Videos | 0 Comments

This video update gives a little information regarding what I buy during a resupply.. http://youtu.be/n6Fg3MvAN5E

AT Video Update #17

by Jessica | Aug 14, 2015 | Videos | 0 Comments

AT Video Update #16

by Jessica | Aug 14, 2015 | Videos | 0 Comments

AT Update #19 – Mohrsville, PA to Port Clinton, PA (w/ an emergency trip to Alabama)

by Jessica | Jul 27, 2015 | Appalachian Trail Journey Blog | 5 Comments

On the morning of Thursday, July 9th, I woke up in Mohrsville, PA. Rebel Yell's family had allowed him to invite all of his new hiker friends to stay for the weekend. They were unbelievably hospitable and went out of their way to make us feel right at home. Almost...