Community on trail is a living, breathing thing—shifting, evolving, and teaching lessons you never expect. Join us on the Pacific Crest Trail as we tackle Yosemite, conquer Sonora Pass, endure mosquito swarms, and soak in the beauty of the Tahoe Rim Trail with our trail family—before a bittersweet goodbye.

Week three on the Pacific Crest Trail brought a transformative shift. The initial aches began to fade, replaced by a growing sense of strength and rhythm. Each step became more purposeful, each mile a testament to endurance and adaptability. Navigating the diverse terrains of Southern California, I found not just physical resilience but a deeper connection to the journey itself. This week wasn't just about covering distance; it was about embracing the trail's lessons and discovering a newfound flow.

From sun-drenched desert floors to an unexpected blizzard in the high country, this stretch of trail reminded me how quickly things shift out here. This is the story braving the cold, finding warmth in community, and surrendering to the wild rhythm of the PCT.

The San Jacintos loomed in the distance for 150 miles—an unavoidable challenge whispered about by every hiker. Snow, ice, and steep climbs tested our endurance, pushing us to our limits. Blistered feet, exhaustion, and unrelenting elevation gain made every step a battle, but the mountains have a way of rewarding those who persevere.

The first weeks on the PCT have been a whirlwind—blazing sun, freezing nights, relentless wind, and miles of snow. The desert is harsher and more beautiful than I imagined, each day a lesson in resilience. Some days, everything hurts, yet every sunrise brings the urge to keep moving—one step at a time, deeper into the journey.

After a whirlwind year of moving, getting married, launching a business, and preparing nonstop, Abhi and I are finally here—a sunrise away from stepping onto the Pacific Crest Trail. 2,650 miles. Five months. A journey into the unknown. The nerves are real, but the excitement is even more so. A winter storm is rolling in, making for an adventurous start. Why are we doing this? The challenge. The connection. The transformation. I don’t know who I’ll be on the other side, but I can’t wait to find out.