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Truck Tales – A Vanlife Blog
Journalling, trip reports, musings, consistency in writing; for years I have ‘tried’ and continually felt as though I was letting myself down. Not reaching my full potential. The weight of a calling set aside year after year. I’m done with it! I have something BIG...
5 ‘Nonessential’ Items I Never Leave Behind Backpacking with my Dog
If you’re into gear the internet of full of gear reviews, big 3 lists and dog gear lists. Any piece of gear you’re into you can probably find a list telling you it’s the best one for you. That’s not what this list is about. Today I want to share with you 5 items...
Hiking the PCT with a Dog Part 3: FOOD
One of the most common questions I get about hiking the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) with a dog is about food. During our hike, I was asked numerous times about his food and water situation. Mismanaging either of these can be detrimental to your beloved pup, especially...
Hiking the PCT with a Dog Part 2: WATER
Water on the PCT is by far one of the major challenges for hiking with a dog. Obstacles such as lava rocks and river crossings are serious yet fleeting. Water, however, is a challenge that requires diligence. So what did I do when so many people were telling me I...
Backcountry Vegan Mocha
I have always preferred my coffee black. That is until I hiked the Pacific Crest Trail and I started to want a little more in the mornings. I wanted a little more comfort, a little more substance, and a little more pep in my step. That's why I've created this...
Hiking the PCT with a Dog Part 1: Physical and Mental Preparation
In the summer of 2018, my dog Frank and I went on a most excellent adventure. We spent 166 days together hiking the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) southbound (SOBO) from Canada to Mexico. We had great times and challenging times along the way but had we listened to the...
50+ Reasons I’m Hiking the Pacific Crest Trail
This summer I will be departing on my biggest adventure yet, the Pacific Crest Trail aka PCT. For those that don’t know the PCT is a 2650 mile foot path that runs from the Mexican border near the town of Campo, CA to the Canadian border at Manning Park, BC. On average...
My First Adventure Vlog
Stein Divide ~ A Berry Smokey Adventure~ For as long as I have been sharing photos and stories online I have heard more "you should" comments that I can count. Phrased one way or another it has become clear that people would like to see my adventures in video....
Haida Gwaii: East Beach Trail, A Solo Experience
It was a stormy night on Chilkat pass, Frank and I were cozy in the van resting for the next day. We had returned that morning from our first backpacking trip in more than a year, and were preparing to spend some time exploring The Triangle over the next few day....
Haida Gwaii: A 4-Legged Ascent of Mt.Moresby
I'm not sure exactly how it began, but somewhere during my limited pre-trip research I got the idea in my head to climb Mt.Moresby. It is the tallest peak in Haida Gwaii at a whopping 1164m. Its relatively close proximity to a logging road and low elevation made me...
Simply Exploring and Doing Without
When it comes to enjoying the outdoors and backcountry adventures what you don't take with you can be just as important as what you do. As someone who finds conservation in day to day life very important I try to encourage people to buy quality made products that will...
Exploring The Triangle
Roaming Wild in Tatshenshini-Alsek Provincial Park Frank and I recently returned from a four day backpacking trip in Tatshenshini-Alsek provincial park located in 'The Triangle' of BC. It was much needed after a long hiatus from the tent, as is this trip report after...