by Pieter@Overseashiker | Jan 12, 2019 | Big SEKI Loop, California, In My Pack
In the late summer of 2018 I hiked the SEKI loop (in Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Park), an eight day hike that combines the John Muir Trail, the High Sierra Trail and some other trails. Here are five things I learned hiking the SEKI loop. 1. Good Trail Food is...
by Pieter@Overseashiker | Jun 19, 2018 | Big SEKI Loop, California, In My Pack
Preparing my thru-hike in California’s High Sierra, I have read and viewed many gear lists that have inspired me to compile my own. Except for my hiking pants and shirt, my boots and my iPhone, everything I will carry in the High Sierra this summer is on the above...
by Pieter@Overseashiker | Apr 27, 2018 | In My Pack
Preparing a 162,4 mile (261 km) hike, I am critical about what to carry on the trail. Although I am not an ultra light hiker, I do keep a spreadsheet to keep track of the weight of all my gear. Trying to carry a base weight (full backpack without food & water)...
by Pieter@Overseashiker | Apr 19, 2018 | Big SEKI Loop, California, In My Pack
The Sierra Nevada is bear country. Bears are usually found between 3000 to 7000 feet, where they can find their natural foods. But black bears like human food as well: anything from a Snickers bar to toothpaste. The Wild Ideas Bear Canister Type: Bearikade...
