SoCal 2023 – PCT Trail Magic

I spent 8 days in southern California, in the San Diego area.  First I did some Trail Angel volunteering, then I drove around doing Trail Magic and hit some choice spots on the PCT.   The flights were terrible, because nothing flies from Providence direct.  I wrapped my pack in plastic wrap like before, and it…

Off-season chores: refurbishing trekking poles

Refurb Since these days it’s alternately snow, mud, or COVID19 season, I’m using the downtime to clean and sort gear, make a note of what needs replacing, and doing some refurbishing and maintence.  I have a great pair of trekking poles, their one downside is the cheap steel in the tips wears out after several…

Unofficial archive of Halfmile PCT maps

Halfmile used to maintain free maps, compiled from public sources and updated by hikers, for hikers. There’s a decent amount of work needed to keep these current. For a number of reasons, they’re no longer being updated. The new NatGeo maps are nicer, waterproof, and their purchase helps fund the PCT. Something you should do…