Rain. A backpackers worst enemy. Today was the big day. I was going to be at the trailhead and had all the gear set and ready to roll, but now, rain.
I went out this morning with Skyler, the son of the family I'm staying with, to get food and ship my care packages, and it was raining the whole time. Not bad rain, but enough to get you drenched if you're outside for more than 10 minutes. It's tapered off, but it fades in for brief showers every so often.
On top of it raining, I was waiting for a package with my power bars and crampons that I'd just bought. Also, tomorrow, I'll be able to catch a ride to the trailhead rather than pay for a very expensive shuttle service. Overall, better decision to wait. I did buy a bit too much food though. Munchies time.
It's very pretty out here though. Arizona has some very striking terrain, which I'm sure I'll be talking about in my trip report to come. Stay tuned!
Showing posts with label Winter Trip. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Winter Trip. Show all posts
Catch up
Been a while since I've posted anything on my winter trip. To update you, I am now going on a 24-hike on the Arizona trail. I met with two Irish foreign exchange representatives at my school and they encouraged me to come to Ireland in the summer rather than winter.
So, I was shopping around for other overseas options and I kept over exceeding my budget on airfare. I began to look at domestic options and thought about the PCT's John Muir trail. Since I didn't know much about the JMT I posted in an online forum asking about winter conditions. It was quickly obvious that I was not prepared for the JMT and needed milder weather options. In the same conversation concerning the JMT I was recommended by a Arizona native to look at the new 800-mile thru hike trail in Arizona. A little conversation and I was set on the AZT. Many hours of planning and research went into making the trip possible and you can read all about it in the forum. Here's a link. http://www.backpacking.net/forum/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=156990&page=1
So, I was shopping around for other overseas options and I kept over exceeding my budget on airfare. I began to look at domestic options and thought about the PCT's John Muir trail. Since I didn't know much about the JMT I posted in an online forum asking about winter conditions. It was quickly obvious that I was not prepared for the JMT and needed milder weather options. In the same conversation concerning the JMT I was recommended by a Arizona native to look at the new 800-mile thru hike trail in Arizona. A little conversation and I was set on the AZT. Many hours of planning and research went into making the trip possible and you can read all about it in the forum. Here's a link. http://www.backpacking.net/forum/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=156990&page=1
Planning my Winter trip
Saturday, October 15, 2011
I've decided to travel to Ireland this Winter!
We have just under a month in between Fall and Spring semester, and I'm in the beginning processes of planning a 26 day expedition through the ever majestic Ireland. For me, it's a slow process. I'd like to have a combination of backcountry hiking and exposure to the local culture. I don't really have anything definite right now, so I can't give much detail besides the dates(12/11/11-1/6/12). I'll provide a full trip itinerary when it is developed.
Just a few websites that I have found useful in the planning process already are Lonely Planet and Fodors. They provide excellent information of weather, locale, culture, and spots to visit for the people who want to hike their way through as well as those who wish to take more of a touristy trip. Both are backed by a great community that is responsive to questions. If you're looking into a trip, no matter the kind, check those websites out.
We have just under a month in between Fall and Spring semester, and I'm in the beginning processes of planning a 26 day expedition through the ever majestic Ireland. For me, it's a slow process. I'd like to have a combination of backcountry hiking and exposure to the local culture. I don't really have anything definite right now, so I can't give much detail besides the dates(12/11/11-1/6/12). I'll provide a full trip itinerary when it is developed.
Just a few websites that I have found useful in the planning process already are Lonely Planet and Fodors. They provide excellent information of weather, locale, culture, and spots to visit for the people who want to hike their way through as well as those who wish to take more of a touristy trip. Both are backed by a great community that is responsive to questions. If you're looking into a trip, no matter the kind, check those websites out.
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