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2025 Pacific Crest Trail Thru-Hike Start Gear
All the gear that’s coming with me at the start of my adventure down the Pacific Crest Trail.
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Treats' Pacific Crest Trail "Whys" : Why I'm Walking 2000+ Miles... Again.
On the toughest of days, it's my why's (and Barbie's silly jokes) that push me to keep putting one foot in front of the other and walking North towards…
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The Fear of Something New : Thru-Hiking the Pacific Crest Trail
Thru-Hiking is not new to me, but the Pacific Crest Trail is a different animal than the Appalachian Trail that I came to call home. I know once my feet…
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Heidelberg, Germany's Holiday Magic
I can’t wait for you to join me in this charming German city that gives you Hallmark Christmas vibes.
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Christmas Market Magic in Strasbourg, France
Your Ultimate Guide to the Enchanting Markets, Food, and Hidden Gems of Capitale de Noël
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2025: Another Year, Another Set of Lists
I'm coming into 2025 dragging my feet, trying to savor all that I enjoyed in 2024. But also looking forward to everything I have planned for the New…
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Unique Ways to Help WNC + Beyond
I am proud to call WNC home. I am proud to watch how this community has come together, but we will need help to rebuild ❤️‍🩹 Here are a few ways you…
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1-Year Post Appalachian Trail | Post Trail Thoughts, Realizations, & More
a year later and in simplest terms I still miss the trail everyday and crave the simplicity + realness.
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Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party 2023
It's Aubree and I's first Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party since 2006. We're excited to take you along for the magic and share all the fun of a…
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The Aftermath of a Thru-Hike
A lot of Appalachian Trail adventures are shared, but the aftermath of the feelings & emotions of a former thru-hiker, aren't shared quite as much.
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PineconeWanderings
PineconeWanderings
A monthly adventure down a trail, to a small town, running through Disney World, tasting the best treats, and tips for how to experience it all. I'm Tristan - a foodie adventurer, artist, creator, and Appalachian Trail thru-hiker.
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