Peregrination Cultivation

From Alabama, I drove south to the Gulf Coast – a study in contradictions. From skyscrapers, to white sand, to large birds, to mighty rivers, to massive industry. Read more

I spent a couple of days I’ve in Birmingham and Montgomery. I focused on civil rights (and the lack thereof) history in these two cities. Read more

Trout Lake is reported to be one of the better towns for resupplying on the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) and I can see why. A group of local residents help hikers get to town and have what they need. Read more

During the first 8 days of hiking the PCT I covered, 86 miles! Birdie, my usual hiking partner, and I started at the Bridge of the Gods on July 22nd, where my mom dropped us off and told us, “Go take a hike!” And, so we did! Read more

As I waited for the Peace Corps verdict, I knew that whatever happened, it was going to be a whirlwind. The whirlwind has me gearing up for an extended backpacking trip – the Washington section of the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT)! Read more

This morning, I received the notice that the Peace Corps is standing by their original decision to not clear me for medical. So, that’s it. That’s the end. I’m not going to Uganda. That dream has ended. Read more