Posts by Katie Gerber

If you’re planning to join us on a guided trip in 2026, please apply during our open application period, Monday, December 8 through Sunday, December 21. All applications received during this window will be considered equally. Apply during this time to: The application form is here. For information about our 2026 schedule, trip types, locations, fitness…

What was it like to thru-hike the Appalachian Trail in the ’80s? To find out, join us on December 16, 2025 at 5 PM MT for a conversation with H Shindle, who completed the AT with his brother in 1986. Join the livestream We’ll discuss what has changed between then and now including gear, resupply…

Do you have questions about our 2026 guided trips? If so, consider joining us on December 9, 2025 at 5pm MT for a live FAQ. Join using this link. We’ll cover topics such as:

Do you have questions about our 2026 guided trips that aren’t definitively answered by the website, like: If so, schedule a 15-minute one-on-one meeting during the week of December 1-5:

Can you plan all aspects of your first trip, next trip, or dream trip — and without making errors, taking too long, or forgetting key parts? Successful backpacking trips are typically planned, not improvised. A thoughtful approach towards gear, food, maps, permits, travel, fitness, and skills will increase your safety margin and trip quality, and…