It has been a while since I updated this blog. This last section of trail has been very challenging with very little phone service and no internet at all. I am at Kennedy Meadows and the doorstep to the High Sierra. They say this is not only the most beautiful section of trail on the PCT, but Backpacker Magazine calls the John Muir Trail "The most beautiful trail in the world" Everyone here is super excited for this amazing section.
I am staying at trail angel Tom Figeroa's place which can accommodate almost 50 hikers at a time. We are finally out of the desert. Three nights ago we were in the Mojave with 65 mph winds. My tent blew over four times and I ended up using it as a bivy just trying to get through the night. It snowed on me too. I was miserable. Yes, it can snow in the Mojave desert. Go figure. The following days have been magical reuniting with other hikers, and lots of trail magic mostly involving trail angels bringing soft drinks and beer to trail heads for the thru hikers. I feel very blessed to be around such wonderful people here. I am feeling good even considering that yesterday I did my first 30 mile day on the trail. I dreamed of being here for years, and here I am just stoked for the Sierra. I'll post some more later on.
Respect the trail, yourself, and all your relations. Love, Gourmet
This April-September I walked 2,660miles from Mexico to Canada on the Pacific Crest Trail.The journey was the biggest challenge of my life and a huge milestone. Here you will find journal entries, gear reviews, photos, and video. I hope my blog will inspire you to adventure and follow your dreams. -Marc "Imperial Gourmet" Fendel
Wednesday, May 30, 2012
Tuesday, May 22, 2012
Train At His Finest
Here's my friend Train who is hiking in a wedding dress everyday on PCT. Yeah.... for real.
Monday, May 21, 2012
Windmills in the Mojave
We are in Tahachapi for the day and checking out The Avengers movie. Sippin a corona at the greek place first. Then back to the trail, 8 miles, then trail angels picking us up tomorrow. Sweeeeeet!
Saturday, May 19, 2012
500 Miles and counting
Jayne Here- Marc has already clocked 500 miles so far on the trail- GO MARC!!!
Your shoes, new socks & bear canister should be waiting at Kennedy Meadows General Store!
Anyone else want to send Marc cards or goodies (gluten free please) send the next batch to Kennedy Marc Fendel c/o Meadows General Store- 96440 Beach Meadows Rd Inyokern, CA 93527
Your shoes, new socks & bear canister should be waiting at Kennedy Meadows General Store!
Anyone else want to send Marc cards or goodies (gluten free please) send the next batch to Kennedy Marc Fendel c/o Meadows General Store- 96440 Beach Meadows Rd Inyokern, CA 93527
Friday, May 18, 2012
Morning Sunrise 5-17
This is what my morning looked like here in the desert. What a lovely day. Doing ten more miles this evening. Hiking in the cool parts of the day. Love, Gourmet & The Chrome Dome Crew
Mojave
Here's a photo of the desert. Did a 25 mile day today. Feeling good. My shoes are toast. Hoping they can hold til Kennedy Meadows. Love, Gourmet
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