Monthly Archives: January 2015

85 days remaining (How it works)

How things work is today’s theme. How things work on the trail is a little more precise but over all how it works for me and sometimes why it works for me. First up: Bear canisters There’s been a ton … Continue reading

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95 days remaining (alcohol stoves)

Yep we’re talking stoves today, alcohol stoves to be more precise. For those familiar with camp stoves, I’m sure you have a favorite. For those familiar with alcohol stoves, I’m sure you’ve made your own already. I prefer my stove … Continue reading

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100 days remaining (Happy Birthday)

Today marks my 44th year sharing this rock with all of you as well as the 100 day count down to the ADZPCTKO. I am a Capricorn, a father, son, brother, uncle, nephew and proud to say still a grand … Continue reading

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105 days remaining (Wish List)

As was suggested here’s my wish list as of 1/07, it may grow and it may shrink. Mountain House meals a.k.a. M.R.E.’s (140) Snickers bars (140) Harmonica coffee filters rechargeable batteries Smartwool socks Leki trekking pole snow baskets Gatorade powder … Continue reading

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112 days remaining (prank submissions)

Two days in a row? Consider it a special edition for the new year! This was taken yesterday at the southern Ca. border by Travis Palovchik and its safe to assume it was taken near the PCT terminus monument. Either … Continue reading

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