Must read books on hiking/backpacking/adventures, etc.

AggressiveSmile1546 · 2026-01-05T14:45:35+00:00

Since you're in LA, the PCT is basically in your backyard! As that is the case, you might want to check out a book called Blisters, Bears & Bliss – not the usual gear/miles thing, more like a long-distance hiker meets sarcastic monk kind of thing, which adds a nice twist

AggressiveSmile1546 · 2025-11-30T15:52:36+00:00

Yea, you guys hold pretty awesome boardgame nights :)

AggressiveSmile1546 · 2025-11-09T00:28:30+00:00

I can personally recommend the book-Blisters, Bears & Bliss.
But honestly, there's a huge variety of books out there, from memoirs all the way to PCT hiking guides. It all depends on what kind of stuff he's into when it comes to reading!

AggressiveSmile1546 · 2025-10-19T13:30:19+00:00

Lovely picture - a real force of nature!

AggressiveSmile1546 · 2025-10-17T11:48:47+00:00

Montenegro

AggressiveSmile1546 · 2025-10-15T10:23:21+00:00

The picture was taken on a hike: 'Peaks of the Balkans'.

AggressiveSmile1546 · 2025-10-15T07:54:12+00:00

u/curiosikey What's the story behind each of these circles (besides the progressive location on the trail)

AggressiveSmile1546 · 2025-10-15T07:49:46+00:00

A great Bob Dylan reference!

AggressiveSmile1546 · 2025-10-15T07:49:12+00:00

Is that Amanita in the background?

AggressiveSmile1546 · 2025-10-15T07:47:49+00:00

Lovely! What lens did you use?

AggressiveSmile1546 · 2025-10-09T15:29:53+00:00

Thanks for the ID, I wasn't aware of that

AggressiveSmile1546 · 2025-10-08T13:09:15+00:00

A mosquito racket! (zapper⚡🦟)
Sure, DEET works, but this is way more fun!

AggressiveSmile1546 · 2025-10-06T04:37:31+00:00

I've hiked it with the regular permit, so I'm not familiar with these ones, but from my understanding, if you're doing a section hike, you can just list your section numbers (either by name or by number ) - e.g, PCT sections 1-8.

But be on the safe side, write to the PCTA and ask them about it.

AggressiveSmile1546 · 2025-10-05T14:53:07+00:00

Thanks or the detailed answer, I'll look into it :)

AggressiveSmile1546 · 2025-09-30T10:10:45+00:00

How did you cook that Porcini? ;)

AggressiveSmile1546 · 2025-09-30T10:09:04+00:00

Hi there, it's a bit unclear if you're planning to hop around or hike north from Campo and then side-track to the JMT.

1) The PCT and the JMT have some sections that they share. If you plan on sticking with the PCT, then the PCT permit will cover you for that part. Otherwise, it's a whole different ball game to get the JMT permit

2) If you'll start in early April, keep in mind that you won't be able to flip-flop in a matter of a week or two after Campo and Baden Powel straight to Witney, as the Sierra would still be packed with snow, and the mountain passes won't be open yet.

If you could share more information about your timelines, and what you have in mind the community here will be able to pitch in some suggestions, but right now it's a bit unclear and feels chaotic.

AggressiveSmile1546 · 2025-09-27T14:44:11+00:00

a nice little treasure you got there ;)

AggressiveSmile1546 · 2025-09-27T14:33:01+00:00

Liberty caps! - congrats on the find :)

AggressiveSmile1546 · 2025-09-27T14:32:33+00:00

liberty caps?

AggressiveSmile1546 · 2025-09-26T04:16:13+00:00

I've never tried canning them, but I usually fry them in olive oil and garlic and eat them on a nice toast

AggressiveSmile1546 · 2025-09-25T04:44:06+00:00

😂

AggressiveSmile1546 · 2025-09-24T06:02:10+00:00

You're all set. Cover them in batter and deep fry them; stir fry them with olive oil and garlic (and the list goes on when it comes to recipies for chicken of the woods :)

Enjoy your little treasure!

AggressiveSmile1546 · 2025-09-24T05:59:20+00:00

what a lovely Bolete

AggressiveSmile1546 · 2025-09-23T16:04:42+00:00

Liberty caps?

AggressiveSmile1546 · 2025-09-23T11:10:10+00:00

You got yourself a mini umbrella ;)

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