2020 has been a whirlwind of a year for all of us. In this episode, we talk about the top 3 lessons we learned on and off trail.

Are you good at slowing down? In this episode, we talk about what it means to slow down, enjoy life, and make lasting memories. We took an overnight trip out in the Rae Lakes Loop and explored Paradise Valley in Kings Canyon National Park. It was the most chill trip we've ever had. You'll hear this raw and real version of us on the trail. Hope you enjoy this episode!

This episode concludes the High Sierra Trail series with hiking buddies Matty and Sharon. Reminiscing everything we experienced and learned on the HST, this episode is packed with lots of laughter and some deep life lessons. 

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Sharon's Instagram:
The G.O.A.T. - Girl On The Trail
https://www.instagram.com/hikeologeist/

Matty's Instagram:
AKA, Slipz
https://www.instagram.com/matty_va/

Have you ever gone to an opera or a seen a musical? You know when they have that intermission break in between acts where you get to get up, go get a snack at the snack bar, get a cup of coffee or hot cocoa and chitchat with friends? Well, that's what we're doing with this episode as we take a quick intermission break before we finish the High Sierra Trail series.
 
SHORT TRAILS AFTER THE HST:

Rocky Peak Trail - Simi Valley, CA
Potato Chip Rock via Mt. Woodson Trail - Poway, CA
Ray Miller Trail (end of the Backbone Trail) - Malibu, CA
Stunt High Trail/Saddle Peak - Calabasas, CA
Towsley Canyon Trail - Newhall, CA

QUARANTINE ENTERTAINMENT:

"Cotton Candy Skies"
A Quaran-Tune by Julia Cagas
https://open.spotify.com/album/6Uk9UlpxP8hkGZsBHSSeA9?si=AZbaeK_bTtOyR9-DzMuK3g

BOOKS I'VE READ OVER THE QUARANTINE

"Everybody, Always"
Becoming Love in a World Full of Setbacks and Difficult People
By Bob Goff
https://bobgoffstore.com/collections/bob-goff-store/products/everybody-always-softcover

"Rhythms of Renewal"
Trading Stress and Anxiety for a Life of Peace and Purpose
by Rebekah Lyons
https://store.rebekahlyons.com/collections/rhythms-of-renewal-trading-stress-and-anxiety-for-a-life-of-peace-and-purpose

"People Fuel"
Fill Your Tank for Life, Love, and Leadership
by John Townsend
https://www.amazon.com/People-Fuel-Fill-Your-Leadership/dp/0310346592/ref=nodl_

"Didn't See It Coming"
Overcoming the Seven Greatest Challenges That No One Expects and Everyone Experiences
by Carey Nieuwhof
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0782YHS8P/ref=dp-kindle-redirect?_encoding=UTF8&btkr=1

"Scouting The Divine"
Searching for God in Wine, Wool, and Wild Honey
by Margaret Feinberg
https://www.amazon.com/Scouting-Divine-Feinberg-Margaret/dp/0310331544/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1602701630&sr=1-1

"How To Break Up With Your Phone"
The 30-Day Plan to Take Back Your Life
by Catherine Price
https://www.amazon.com/How-Break-Up-Your-Phone/dp/039958112X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=7S5LW6BN78AD&dchild=1&keywords=how+to+break+up+with+your+phone&qid=1602701687&s=books&sprefix=how+to+break+up+with+your%2Cstripbooks%2C205&sr=1-1

How I got a hold of this book: https://www.becomingminimalist.com/

BOOKS I AM CURRENTLY READING:

"Hungry For God"
Hearing God's Voice in the Ordinary and the Everyday
By Margaret Feinberg
https://www.amazon.com/Hungry-God-Hearing-Ordinary-Everyday-ebook/dp/B004DCAV6E/ref=sr_1_14?crid=7UWXHANWYLM5&dchild=1&keywords=margaret+feinberg+books&qid=1602701731&s=books&sprefix=margaret+feinb%2Cstripbooks%2C201&sr=1-14

"Reckless Faith"
An inspiring collection of true stories about real people who, when faced with real challenges, chose to trust God – is a call to every reader to live with Reckless Faith
By Beth Guckenberger
https://www.bethguckenberger.com/beths-books/reckless-faith

"Blackout"
How Black America Can Make Its Second Escape from the Democrat Plantation
By Candace Owens
https://www.amazon.com/Blackout-America-Second-Democrat-Plantation/dp/1982133279/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=

OUR COFFEE COMPANY:
www.yondercoffee.com

MUSIC I AM REALLY INTO RIGHT NOW:
Strahan Music
http://www.strahanmusic.com/

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We're down to the last 2 episodes of the High Sierra Trail series. This episode dives into some of the key lessons learned while on the HST. From preparation down to the people you're with on the trail are all key components to the success of a thru-hike. These lessons are so relevant that it does not only apply on the trail but also in real life. 

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Everyone wants to eat well everyday; especially while you're on a hike. Fuel is food and it's something I took time to prep for thru-hike of the High Sierra Trail. Let me know what you think of this episode and send me a message on Instagram for your tips and hacks on trail food!

Here are some links of the food I recommended on this episode.

Mountain House Beef Stroganoff
https://www.mountainhouse.com/m/product/beef-stroganoff.html

Mountain House Breakfast Skillet
https://www.mountainhouse.com/M/product/breakfast-skillet.html?variant_id=293

Alpine Aire Spicy Cheddar Bean Dip
https://www.alpineaire.com/us/us/25323-30127-Spicy+Cheddar+Bean+Dip

Yonder Coffee Adventure Cup
http://yondercoffee.com/

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Continuing on the High Sierra Trail Series, let's talk about gear and some things I feel very deeply about hobbies like hiking, climbing and the like. 

Here's a list of gear that I mentioned on this episode:

GENERAL GEAR:
Osprey Kyte 46L
REI Passage 1 Tent
Outdoor Vitals Summit Series StormLOFT™ Down Sleeping Bag - 0-degrees
REI Co-op Stratus Insulated Air Sleeping Pad
Jetboil Flash Java
BearVault BV450 Food Container
Snow Peak Titanium Spork
TheTentLab The Deuce #2 UL Backcountry Trowel
2 Liter Camelback
Smart Water bottle
Sit pad

CLOTHING/FOOTWEAR:
Hoka OneOne Speedgoat 4
Adidas Running Socks
Smart Wool socks
Pants: Eddie Bauer First Ascent
Shirt: Target Brand
Long Sleeves REI Merino Mid-Weight Baselayer
Uniqlo Heat Tech Leggings
Shorts
Buff-like fabric
Trucker Hat
Booney hat
REI Co-op Multi Towel Mini

ELECTRONICS:
Black Diamond Spot 325 Headlamp Octane - 325 Lumens
Anker 20,000 MaH
iPhone X
Apple watch
Garmin Inreach
Pen LED light for camp

MISC:
Dr. Bronner's Organic Liquid Soap
Essential oils - DoTerra and white flower
Advil, Magnesium, Vitamin C

This is a continuation of Part 1 of 4 in the HST Series - our 72-Mile Thru-Hike of the High Sierra Trail.

On Instagram, I asked folks if they had questions about the HST so this episode is part 2 of 2 for the Q&A portion of the HST Series. 

Here are the questions I answered on this episode:

• How was the water/taking a shower?
• Did you experience any altitude sickness this trip?
• What you thought was the hardest part either mental or physical?
• What was in your 42-lb pack and how much weight dropped each day?
• How much water do you carry and how do you find spots to refill?

Let me know what you guys think and what you’ve gleaned from this episode. Send me a message via Instagram and would love to chat.

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