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John Muir Trail Thru-Hike Gear List & Review

Post author:Joe McConaughy
Post published:September 16, 2020
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atie and I thru hiked the John Muir Trail/Nüümü Poyo in August 2020. Usually, my style is ultra minimalist in hopes of setting a speed record, like hiking the 272-mile…

Long Trail Food & Sleep Strategy

Post author:Joe McConaughy
Post published:July 30, 2020
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This is the final of 4 blog articles on the Long Trail in addition posts on Instagram and Strava. See links below. Long Trail Announcement – Part ILong Trail FKT Recap – Part IILong…

Three Lessons Learned Guiding My First Backpacking Trip

Post author:Joe McConaughy
Post published:May 23, 2019
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Alright, everyone has voted. No one voted to turn back. It looks like we are going to camp on the top of this knob instead of seeking shelter in the…