Volcanoes and Coastline
After spending a few days in the Northern Cascades I made my way back through Seattle to meet up with Justine. On Saturday we went for a hike to the summit of… Read Article →
Thwarted by Weather
I finished up my road trip to Mt Rainier a couple weeks ago with Murphy. He’s been snacking pretty hard. He’s going to start packing on the pounds if he isn’t careful…. Read Article →
Hitting Some High Points
For the last week or so I’ve been making my way out to Mt Rainier in Washington for a mountaineering seminar the week of Sept 20. Here’s a map of my planned… Read Article →
Back in the Saddle
Chicago Midway Airport to Rensselaer, IN – 88 Miles I feel good about today even though most of it was spent in a tired daze from the lack of sleep last night…. Read Article →
On Top of the World!
Hike to Mount Whitney Summit – 26.1 miles The last week has been busy – exploring new cities, parks, wild spaces, and mountains. The first couple days after completing the cross country… Read Article →
Day 82 – This One’s For YOU!
Pleasanton, CA to San Francisco, CA – 34 miles Yesterday started out at Andrea, Paige, and Brittany’s apartment in Pleasanton. Sticking to my routine I made some oatmeal and coffee. I was… Read Article →
Day 81 – The Lingering Question
Oakdale, CA to Pleasanton, CA – 70 miles Today I woke up at around 730 at Woodward Reservoir near Oakdale, CA. Made some breakfast, packed up, and set off. As I rode… Read Article →
Day 80 – Sunny California
Groveland, CA to Oakdale, CA – 60 miles Yesterday I woke up at around 7. Marv came in and asked if I would like some breakfast! After packing up I went upstairs… Read Article →
Day 79 – The Countdown Continues
Yosemite National Park to Groveland, CA – 73 miles Yesterday I woke up at around 8. Said bye to the German couple. They were headed to Sequoia National Park and offered to… Read Article →
Day 78 – High Sierra Tranquility
Hike to North Dome, Yosemite Falls, and Yosemite Valley – 14.8 miles I woke up around 730 or so and made some oatmeal and coffee. There were tons of hikers breaking down their… Read Article →