Category: Travel

John Muir Trail Packing List

My packing list for my August/September 2009 through hike of the John Muir Trail, including food packages sent to pick up locations.

John Muir Trail Planning

All my planning steps leading up to my 2009 through hike, including training, buying gear, and transportation to the trailhead.

Alta Peak and Giant Forest at Sequoia National Park

I planned this trip as a test run for the John Muir Trail next month, but it turned out to be an amazing trip by itself. It’s a shame that…

John Muir Trail Date Set, Permit Reserved

The countdown begins for August 17, 2009. After calling the Yosemite Association and talking to a less than courteous person on the phone, I made my reservation for the Wilderness Permit required for the John Muir Trail.

New Zealand TV Ad

My first destination (or maybe not first but top destination) for a Round-The-World trip has always been New Zealand. I was watching Planet Earth the other night on the Discovery…