Sometimes big plans come from the smallest suggestions. In March of 2023, I spent some time reading about hiking the Continental Divide Trail. One night at dinner, I mentioned this to Scott and the wheels were set in motion. For the past three years we have been reading, planning and preparing for what will become our first (and hopefully not last), YOLO adventure.
The Continental Divide Trail (CDT) is a 3,100 mile long trek the stretches from the New Mexico/Mexico border to the Montana/Canada border. The trail winds its way through New Mexico, Colorado, Wyoming, Idaho and Montana. Between 150 - 400 people attempt this hike each year. In 2024 160 people reported completing the entire hike. This summer we hope to be amongst the group who can call themselves finishers.
Our epic journey will begin on April 1. We will catch a shuttle early in the morning that will take us to the trailhead. From there, we will hike northbound (NOBO) towards Canada. Along the way we will stop to resupply our food, wash our clothes, take showers and even visit with some friends. The trek will take us about 6 months to complete.
We will be sharing stories, photos and videos on this site while we are on this journey. We hope you will follow along and enjoy the experience with us.
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ReplyDeleteGetting excited for you both!
ReplyDeleteI can't imagine starting a day without coffee. Are you the same? If so, I wonder if you have a plan for this. If you do, can you explain how you'll work this into the journey?
ReplyDeleteYes. We have purchased Starbucks instant sold on stores and at Starbucks. We drink it cold. Not too bad.
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