Tag: newbie

My 1st EVER backpacking trip: Badger Creek Trail, Mt. Hood National Forest – narrative

July 21, 2015

Once upon a time I came to terms with the fact that I would very soon have to do something I’ve cringed at the thought of since, well, forever. The moment was drawing near when I would have to poop… in the woods. ugh.
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6 Things You Have to be OK With Before Backpacking in Oregon (in no particular order)

July 14, 2015

Recently, on a particularly long and difficult backpacking trip, I found myself listing (in my mind) some of the things I’ve learned as a relatively new backpacker…specifically as a women. Anyway, here’s that thought in blog form: 6 things you have to be chill with before diving into your first backpacking trip. Enjoy! 1. Heights: Be ready … More 6 Things You Have to be OK With Before Backpacking in Oregon (in no particular order)