It only took about 11+ years, but I have finally got my AT patches sewn to my backpack.

After putting it off for too long, I decided yesterday it’s time for me to seam seal my Tarptent Rainbow. I did it once, several years ago, but I figured it’s safer to give it another go before I go out on the PCT.

I got my “Strange pair of shades” about two weeks ago, and haven’t really used them anywhere. They didn’t look so good, so I figured I’ll save them for the trail. Once I’m all stinky and dirty, I don’t think anyone would mind them.

I got back home this evening, and the PCTA Long Distance Hiking Permit was waiting for me in the mail. So that’s it - I’m all set to go.

I have finally finished updating my planning spreadsheet, and it’s ready to be released upon the world. I know most thru-hikers already have their plan laid out for them (the ones that plan ahead, anyway), but I still think this is a nice and flexible tool to use before and during your hike, to try and estimate how many days of food are needed between resupplies, and difficulties along the trail.