[pct-l] Some knowledge and advice needed

[jason moores]

Gideon,

I'll be on the trail by mid-May but I have plenty of time on my hands right now. If you would like, I'd be happy to answer any of your questions "off list", just send your questions to jmmoores at hotmail.com.

One way that you could get a good overview of trail conditions would be to read a few Trail Journals. Pick one or two from say '05 or '06(high snow year), an a couple from last year(below average snow but unexpected late season snow storms in the Sierra at the time that most thru hikers reached the area) and a few '08(below average year). Trail Journals are a valuable asset to anyone considering a long walk on the PCT.

jason



> From: gideonscher at gmail.com
> Date: Fri, 19 Mar 2010 12:26:43 +0200
> To: pct-l at backcountry.net
> Subject: [pct-l] Some knowledge and advice needed
> 
> Hi to all
> 
> After being stuck in the rat race and mind numbing routine for too long I
> have decided to quit my job and come to the US to hike the PCT. I feel the
> need to get out into nature, to disconnect from the unhealthy day to day
> routine. I need the time, space and perspective.
> 
> Unfortunately the very trappings of the life I am trying to extract myself
> from, will only allow me to start my journey from mid-May onwards. I grew up
> in South Africa and although I have considerable hiking/outdoor experience I
> have noticed from reading all your mails that I lack the local knowledge of
> the trail and the connected logistics of long distance hiking. My later
> arrival in the US will prevent me from attending the ADZPCTKO and
> gaining valuable tips and info. My Mom lives in Palo Alto next to
> S.Francisco and I will be flying to there  and using this as a base from
> which to plan.
> 
> Is there anyone out there who lives close by who would be willing to sit
> with me for a few hours and help me understand the local geography, resupply
> options and different weather/snow limitations and different sections of the
> trail?? I would be happy to reimburse anyone for their time and expertise.
> Although I could just start the trail at a suitable point and work things
> out as I learn, I know that a few well spent hours of listening and learning
> could save me many hours of misspent energy and anxiety on the trail.
> 
> I would hate to miss this unique opportunity. I know that if I dont do it
> now the chance may slip through my fingers and I would forever regret it.
> 
> THANK YOU !
> Gideon
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