Tag Archives: thru-hike

Off the Trail – My Wilderness Home Awaits!

Posted on May 5, 2016 by elinatravels

[Written a few days ago:] I’ve been off the trail for 4 days, and it’s been driving me insane, but it’s also been wonderful. Staying with my loving mama was the best thing ever. I’ve been fed soup and sandwiches … Continue reading →

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Walking & Talking: Windy Desert, Hunger, Injuries

Posted on May 3, 2016 by elinatravels

Hi All! I haven’t been blogging much lately, and I find it extremely difficult to do so with no cell service in the middle of the desert, but in my absence, I made you all a video of me hiking … Continue reading →

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Pampered in the Wilderness

Posted on April 28, 2016 by elinatravels

Before leaving Julian, I stopped by the bookstore where Don, the owner, had picked out several books for me to read while I hike. He chose “The Yearling” by Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings, which was one of the first movies I … Continue reading →

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This is real, and it’s happening!

Posted on April 17, 2016 by elinatravels

I’m on my way to Campo to begin my thru-hike. We didn’t get there in the morning due to my sweet mama treating us to a buffet. By “us,” I mean me, my desert night hiking buddy, and this amazing long-haired … Continue reading →

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Procrastinating PCT Hiker Full of Messy Feelings

Posted on April 16, 2016 by elinatravels

So, this is the life of a terrible procrastinator. Instead of being all packed up and ready to go and relaxing as I wait for my start date, I am still getting my gear organized and ordering things I forgot … Continue reading →

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My Plans to Hike the Pacific Crest Trail This Year

Posted on April 7, 2016 by elinatravels

I’m Elina, and this is where I plan to share stories and photos of my latest adventures. But before I do that, I wanted to begin with a disclaimer. Yes, I now have a travel blog. No, that does not … Continue reading →

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