Life of a Gal Named Liv

Since we started dating, every one of phin’s family members (and friends) have told me “ just wait until you go on a true Phin adventure…. You’re in for it”!  Me, being me… I’m plenty used to “sufferfests”, “type 2 fun”, and hours of bloody feet. So, I of course always said “bring it on”!…

Phin here: Getting to Stanley Hot Springs is generally a pleasant meander of a walk, but I have always chosen to venture there in the winter months—because what better time to sit in hot water? These winter trips have generally been some of the most miserable trips that I’ve had, which is saying something because…

A quick getaway to reflect on a life-changing year & get out in the fresh winter air! A much needed adventure to the woods. The holiday season is, of course, a great time to reconnect with friends & family, but can really weigh down introverted souls- like mine. An escape to the woods with our…

Well folks, this is it! The final on-trail PCT blog post (for this year). I’m posting from the Kennedy Meadows general store, where I’ll be bumming around for a few days! This has been such an awesome experience, and I’m so sad to leave the trail life. The views, the adventure, and the friendships have…

& another 50.4 in three days. It’s crazy how easy pulling miles is getting! This short section was quite the treat, with 2 of the days being a “NERO” (near zero AKA days where you only hike part of the day). & the themes would have to be trail magic & eclairs! 445.65 total so…

Since I had service & got to camp early, figured I would do a post! Doing a full week at a time is a bit much, so here are the past few days. Thanks for following along! Life is GREAT. Body feels fantastic, the views have been outstanding (and so different each day), and I’ve…

341.2 miles so far! 110.2 miles the past week-ish. Over 100 miles completed in crocs. 10/10 recommend investing in the all-terrain crocs. No joke! Breakdown the past week or so as follows: Day 15: cajon pass to sheep mountain wilderness (20.5 miles) Started the day out with some conflict & an unfortunate oversight of mileage-…

holy cow, what a journey this has been. I can’t believe it’s only been a couple weeks. 94.1 miles the past few days, to total 231.3 miles so far! Trying to enjoy the journey, not plan too far ahead, and live in the moment. Real glad to have Cajun, my new hiking friend, to enjoy…

Overall feeling real great. This is such a fun adventure! The people REALLY make the trail. Did 70.2 miles the past few days, to total 137.2 so far! Day 5: up & down the San Jacinto range Day 5 started out at Hurkey Creek campground, near the town of Idywild, CA. I got to sleep…

day 4 on my pct journey & I’ve completed 58 trail miles, but 67 actual miles. Body hurts. Soul is happy. Here is an account of my adventure so far: Day 0 San Diego as some of you know, I absolutely hate going through TSA. every single time I get patted down & with so…