A Leg Bone Start

January 15, 2021 6:00 am

This was my first day on the CDT in 2009 as I headed NOBO. I am much more patient now than I was back then.

Creede Colorado | Average Hiker

April 30, 2020 8:02 pm

I enjoyed my days in Pagosa Springs, but was ready to return to the trail. Snow made the mountains impassable, so I headed for Creede Colorado.

Banded Peak Ranch - CDT 2009 | Average Hiker

April 20, 2020 7:59 pm

Banded Peak Ranch was the end of what ended up being a very long few days in the San Juans. Although beautiful, that section left me tired and battered.

Saved by the Elk! - CDT 2009 | Average Hiker

April 8, 2020 7:13 pm

The San Juan Mountains would not let me leave without providing a little blood, but the Elk would provide the way out.

Blue Lake - CDT 2009 | Average Hiker

February 21, 2020 7:55 pm

I remember the Blue Lake day as a very good day. Everything felt so wild and raw that day.