
The countdown to Yosemite is officially on! In just about two weeks, we’ll be hitting the trail, and the excitement is definitely building. Unfortunately, I’ve been dealing with a nagging knee issue that’s kept me from doing much hiking or cardio training. It’s not exactly the preparation I had in mind, whatcha’ gonna do, I’ll…

Getting Ready Every backpacking trip starts long before the first step on the trail, especially ones that include really cool spots. Permits need to be secured, campsites reserved, gear checked and probably still questioned as soon as you get a mile up the trail. I know I’ll spend a bit of time staring at maps,…