And we’re back!

Since our 2021 hike didn’t end the way we had hoped we’ve been thinking and planning how to get back on trail. We moved to Anchorage, AK for 1.5 years and this week made the long road trip back to the lower 48 with the Subaru packed to the brim. The road trip took us to Tok, Whitehorse, Skagway, Liard Hot Springs, Ft St John, Williams Lake, Vancouver and finally Anacortes where our generous friend let us store our things for a bit. (Thanks Heidi!)

After spending a few days relaxing, catching up with friends, and repacking our bags we boarded the train to Seattle. We’re spending the night here in a hotel right next to the train station with a great view of Lumen Field!

Tomorrow we head to Portland bright and early where we will hop on a bus headed to Sisters, OR. In Sisters we are hoping to be able to hitch a ride to the Dee Wright Observatory where we will start hiking north to the border!

I’ve made a few changes to the things I’m bringing this time…most notably I’m not bringing a stove. Jake decided a while ago he was going to go stoveless and I scoffed at the idea…why would I want to suffer like this? Turns out, I love a good sufferfest! I’m hopeful it will be a good decision because carrying less weight is always nice. I’ve upgraded my puffy jacket, my fleece, and got new hiking clothes & shoes. Most of the big stuff stayed the same since I had no complaints last time.

Here’s to big adventures and thanks again for following along on our PCT journey!