Oregon PCT FKT Attempt Days 4-6
Blowdowns, snow, mosquitoes, and more blowdowns—that was the theme of the last three days. I also had a lot of long water carries. But I love being back on the PCT, and I finally met some PCT thruhikers! So many…
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Oregon PCT FKT Attempt Days 1-3
The first three days on trail were hot and heavy! It’s been quite challenging so far, but it’s great to be back on the PCT. Day 0 This morning I finished packing my backpack, and then Tim and I started…
Complete Gear List for Renee’s Oregon PCT Fastest Known Time Attempt
I’m embarking on a solo 455-mile hike across Oregon on the Pacific Crest Trail. I will be attempting to set the women’s unsupported speed record (the “Fastest Known Time”, or FKT). Below is a complete list detailing every item I’m…
Join us LIVE to order a signed copy of our book and chat about adventures!
Come chat with us on Tuesday, August 6, at 8pm Eastern, 5 Pacific! We’ll be live to answer your questions about our book, our adventures, dehydrating food, and any other questions. While there, you can order an autographed copy of…
“Cheesy” Potatoes That Can Be Cooked or Cold-Soaked!
I (Renee) grew up in Wisconsin, the land of cheese! Cheesy potatoes were a staple of my childhood, and I’m about to take this plant-based version with me on a 500-mile trek. Based on our taste tests, this is a…
Dehydrated Blueberry Pie for a Treat on the Trail
Who doesn’t love dessert after a long day on the trail? This blueberry pie is a sweet, tasty treat. Ingredients (Makes 8 Servings, 230 Calories Per Serving): Blueberry Pie Filling: For the Trail: Before the Trail: Make Blueberry Pie Filling:…
Southwestern breakfast skillet to power mornings on the trail!
This recipe is… amazing! We love our simple trail breakfasts of oatmeal and granola, but sometimes it’s nice to mix it up with a big and savory meal. This Southwestern breakfast skillet has potatoes for carbs, pinto beans for protein,…
Mac and “Cheese” with Beans, Veggies, and a Kick!
Mac and cheese without the cheese!? Count us in! This is a thick and creamy macaroni that’s packed with veggies and beans. It’ll fill you up with calories, nutrients, and of course, protein. Ingredients (Serves 1, 650 calories): Before the…
Choosing a dehydrator to prep for adventures
We have been dehydrating food for backpacking and other adventures for over 10 years. Here are some of the things we’ve learned along the way about dehydrators, followed by our favorite models. Dehydrators we recommend (largest to smallest): When we’re…
Live Show!!! Gear, Food, and Training: How we Prepare for Outdoor Adventures Short and Long
What? We’re hosting a live event to share the knowledge and tricks we’ve learned after exploring the outdoors together for over 10,000 miles. We have honed in our gear choices, our menu, and our physical/mental training plan for outdoor trips…
