[pct-l] New Wanna-be Thru-hiker- Cost

[Diane Soini]

We're all section hikers. Even if you thru-hike, you'll be back.  
Also, never think of an unexpected end to a thru-hike attempt as a  
failure or a heart-break. It can feel that way, but you'll be back  
for another adventure. The trail doesn't let you go that easy.

On Sep 24, 2013, at 10:00 AM, pct-l-request at backcountry.net wrote:

> From: Jeffrey Olson <jjolson60 at centurylink.net>
> Subject: Re: [pct-l] New Wanna-be Thru-hiker- Cost
>
> An option for those who live for quality and depth of experience and
> aren't interested in traditional careers or work - consider a section
> hike. Whether two weeks or longer this is much more affordable to  
> those
> with time.  This could give you time to develop a plan for the future
> that could increase hiking time with money making time in- 
> between...  A
> month long hike this year, two months next year, and then a full-blown
> thru-hike.
>
> If you do a search in the PCT archives, you'll find discussions on the
> cost of thru-hiking, and different strategies and their costs.
>
> Jeffrey Olson
> Rapid City, SD