GDT kms: 19.4 We left our lame campsite this morning and began the climb up to the first ridge of the day. It was frustratingly slow - despite the moderate temperatures and easy tread, we only covered 9km by 11am according the the GDT app. Based on this and how long several portions of the … Continue reading Day 13 – More horse camps and our first thunderstorm
Month: July 2018
Day 12 – We’ve walked one degree of latitude!
GDT kms: 18.5 It's impressive how much a poor ending can sour your views of an otherwise great day. Today started out well - our little campsite kept us warm and impressively condensation-free despite being surrounded by little streams. We started the ascent and it was steep, but manageable. Since we started ascending almost immediately, … Continue reading Day 12 – We’ve walked one degree of latitude!
Day 11 – Bunnytown and getting on a trail again
GDT kms: 23.8 Today started out slowly, with both of us not wanting to get up when the alarm went off. We managed to get on the trail a bit after 7am. It was another day mostly on ATV-type trails, but they were pretty decent for walking on for once. As we were walking along, … Continue reading Day 11 – Bunnytown and getting on a trail again
Day 10 – Too short or too long?
GDT kms: 23.2 We've unfortunately got ourselves set up in a situation where we would either have a couple too long days or a few days that are too short based on the available camping and situating ourselves for an upcoming pass. We opted for the too short days since we have enough food to … Continue reading Day 10 – Too short or too long?
Day 9 – A test of our commitment
GDT kms: 20.9 Today, as Kyle put it, was a test of our commitment to actually finish the trail; we had to leave a place with cozy beds with all our meals provided and daily showers for roadwalking with very very heavy packs. After one final shower, we enjoyed a tasty egg casserole/quiche breakfast with … Continue reading Day 9 – A test of our commitment
Day 8 – Zero in Coleman
GDT kms: 0️⃣ We spent our second day at A Safe Haven slowly finishing off our town chores. We ate breakfast with Rob before he got back on the trail and then spent the rest of the morning double checking our resupply and trading in a few things for more attractive looking options in the … Continue reading Day 8 – Zero in Coleman
GDT Reflection: Day 7
After the first 7 days I thought I'd write down some reflections on the trip so far. Challenges The trip so far has had a number of difficult moments (and so early!), but day 4 has shown that every day can reveal yet another challenge for us to face. On day one, our challenge was … Continue reading GDT Reflection: Day 7
Day 7 – Nero in Coleman (aka Alannah and Dan are wonderful)
GDT kms: 10.9 We made quick work of the roadwalk into town and then found our way to A Safe Haven - a very hiker-friendly bed and breakfast - by 9:30am. Future hikers - you definitely need to stop here! So far we've showered, eaten three tasty meals (which included Alannah picking up additional groceries … Continue reading Day 7 – Nero in Coleman (aka Alannah and Dan are wonderful)
Day 6 – Nothing to see here
GDT kms: 20.9 Another day of walking on ATV roads. We walked up to Willoughby Ridge though which would have been quite pleasant if I wasn't feeling so bleh and dead slow all day for some reason. Along the trail we ran into (almost literally) a mama grouse and her chicks which was quite cute. … Continue reading Day 6 – Nothing to see here
Day 5 – Roadwalking our feet to death
GDT kms: 32.5 We woke up from our campsite tucked in between the trees and realized it was far too bright out; we majorly slept in until nearly 7am. We had planned to sleep in a bit to recoup from La Coulotte, but not nearly that much. This late start meant we didn't hit the … Continue reading Day 5 – Roadwalking our feet to death
Backpacks & Bike Racks 