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Rockin' with the Jack Pack: My First PCT Work Crew

If you think hiking the Pacific Crest Trail is a big challenge, consider what it takes to maintain it. Not only is the PCT more than 2,650 miles long, the forces that sculpt its spectacular terrain are also relentlessly efficient at breaking the trail down. On a recent break from my REI copywriting job, I volunteered to join a Pacific Crest Trail Association work crew for a week, grateful that the PCTA does everything from coordinating with government agencies to planning meals. All I had to do ...

Posted by Ken K on September 26, 2011 5:52 PM & Tagged Hiking, Oregon, PCT, PCTA, Pacific Crest Trail, stewardship, trail maintenance and volunteer | permalink | Comments