#TrailNames

Here you can read about all of our adventures. You'll find stories by location using the map above or you can read our posts chronologically below. We also have categories for trails, peaks, and public lands.

Easter Weekend in Oracle with Chosen and The Prophet

Today we are missing Easter weekend with our families to continue our 40+ days and 40+ nights through the (Arizona) desert. On Saturday,...

Acton KOA - Agua Dulce

Hi Grandma! Welcome back to Ohio! I hope you had an enjoyable winter in Florida. I heard that the rest of my family had a chance to visit...

Mile 359 - Little Jimmy Springs Campground

HEY GOOCH! How are you? Hope you're having a great Summer in the 'Boat! Jake and I are having a great time on the PCT. The views are...

Big Bear Area

PAT!!! Congratulations on your graduation from Duke! I hope you, Kayla, & the fam had a great weekend of celebrations! Karrie & I just...

Trail Angel Mike's - Mile 144

Dear Thomas Family, Thank you for the kind card & birthday gift! It was very useful on our drive West and helped us start our hike out...

Warner Springs - Trail Angel Mike's

Dear Jen and Robbie-Poo, I miss you guys! How is your Spring in Atlanta? Hope everything is working out. Give Chip and Joy a hug from me,...

Pioneer Mail - Rodriguez Road

PELLET! Here come the trail names! Though Jake hasn't yet received a name, many-a-hiker are holding tight to their quirky titles. Last...

Patio and the Pati-Wagon, And Lil' Dipper Meets Little Dipper, the Face Off

Trail names are very useful. Their bizarreness makes them unique (For example I met Uncle Bivy Sac, Spicoli, Limbo, Sippy Cup, and Brave...

Gooch and Bacon, Not A Breakfast Food

Gooch and Bacon were celebrities to me. And Lost Rob, their old hiking partner, had been raving about them every day for the last couple...

The Makings of Trail Names

I have gained, though have not officially adopted, the trail name "Lost Camera." Yes, it is true. I lost my camera. On the second day...