Some of you guys have been asking for a comprehensive gear list of what I used on the Great Himalaya Trail. Well, ask and you shall receive. There were a few items that failed or needed to be switched out, so I’ll let you know what those were. Most of my gear was stuff I…
The countdown is on. There’s 31 days until I depart for Nepal to start the Great Himalaya Trail. Right now, I’m finishing up my last month of work and sorting out details for the first leg of the hike. What I’m Doing to Prepare: I’m leaving my job as a wilderness therapy guide in Southwest…
It’s been almost a decade now that I’ve been an avid backpacker, camper, and long-distance hiker. I’m sharing my personal backpacking gear list with you guys. This is the stuff that I bring into the mountains, and trust me, I have been through a lot of gear. Also, I believe in affordable gear, and trying…
When choosing clothes for the trail, try to be as selective as possible. You don’t want to have too many articles of clothing, but you want them to be sufficient. The clothes you have with you will vary, depending on the time of year. Clothes For the Whole Hike •A rain jacket. It will not…
There are several items that you will need for the early and late weeks of your hike that will not be necessary during the warm summer months. •A sleeping bag rated to 20 degrees or less. You can also get a sleeping bag liner and use it along with your summer sleeping bag for extra…
What does an experienced thru-hiker have in their pack? Well, everyone has a different style, and you’ll find your own once you’re on the trail. I’ll tell you what gear I ended my hike with so you have an idea of what to shoot for. The Big Three For my hike, I went with the…