I was raised in white neighborhoods. I went to white schools and later worked for white bosses. I never saw BIPOC exploring outdoor spaces – everything I saw indicated it was a pastime reserved for whites. My dad and three siblings have been the only consistent Black presence in my life. But we’ve never…
Category: Gear
Gear List
gear ɡir/ noun noun: gear; plural noun: gears 2. informal equipment that is used for a particular purpose. If you are following this blog or reading it for the first time (thank you and welcome) I am preparing to hike the Pacific Crest Trail. Currently, I am seven days away from the start of what…
Budget Minded Gear
When planning a thru-hike, there are many things to consider; gear is the first. Hiking gear is expensive, but I have learned it doesn’t have to be. I have successfully obtained my essentials for under $600. Here’s how I did it. I made a wish list and humbly asked for outside support. (*Thank…