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PACIFIC CREST TRAIL - Permits Issued - NOW WHAT ?
PACIFIC CREST TRAIL - Permits Issued - NOW WHAT ?
Now that the PCTA permit lottery is over, what happens now ? This video discusses additional permit options, and some key things to check and explore as the hike season approaches.
Why is the video color black and white ? This video was shot in sub-zero temperatures, which seemed to have affected my camera settings and color saturation.
Obviously I hope hikers are gathering their gear together (more gear vids to follow), and starting to plan some shakedown hikes.
I would advise prioritizing purchase of your key items eg. Backpack, Tent, Sleep System. This is because some of the most popular items can have a longer than expected lead time. Especially now that hiker plans are starting to firm up, now that the main permit lottery process is completed.
MORE VIDEOS COMING SOON:
Including:-
Hiking on local permits.
Additional gear videos.
Getting to the Start of the PCT.
Navigating around Trail Closures including Fire Closures.
Resupply Approaches on the PCT.
Shipping, Bear Cans, Bounce Boxes.
What you can see in the sky over the PCT (Stars, Comets, Rocket Launches...)
PCTA Permit Information
www.pcta.org/discover-the-trail/permits/
Southern Terminus PCT Shuttle
pctsouthernterminusshuttle.com/
CalFire Camp Fire Permits
readyforwildfire.org/permits/
Canada Entry Permits
You must apply for this permit at least 8 to 10 weeks before you intend to enter Canada. As processing times may vary, it is recommended to apply as soon as possible, but not earlier than 6 months in advance.
www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/travel-voyage/pecpct-eng.html
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Pacific Crest Trail - PCT 2025 - Gear : Sun Umbrellas
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Pacific Crest Trail - PCT 2025 - Gear - Sun Umbrellas This video discusses why I think sun umbrellas are an essential piece of gear for all my PCT thru-hikes. Agree, or disagree, its definitely something hikers either love or hate to carry !! As a regular section and thru-hiker of the PCT, I am already planning the next adventure for 2025. Links to all the gear mentioned are available in the br...
Pacific Crest Trail - PCT 2025 - Gear : Water Filters - Things to Keep in Mind
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Pacific Crest Trail - PCT 2025 - Gear - Water Filters - Things to keep in Mind This videos covers water filters and the things to consider when using them on a thru-hike of the PCT. As a regular section and thru-hiker of the PCT, I am already planning the next adventure for 2025. Links to all the gear mentioned are available in the brilliant resource provided by the HalfwayAnywhere hiker Survey...
Pacific Crest Trail - PCT 2025 - Gear : Backpacks
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Pacific Crest Trail - PCT 2025 - THE BIG THREE - Part 3: Backpacks This video is a 'talk through' on my Backpack selection process for my PCT thru-hikes. I talk about experiences with different brands, and also the factors that are important to me when selecting my Backpack. As a regular section and thru-hiker of the PCT, I am already planning the next adventure for 2025. Links to all the gear ...
Pacific Crest Trail - PCT 2025 - Gear : Sleep Systems
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Pacific Crest Trail - PCT 2025 - THE BIG THREE - Part 2: Sleep Systems This video is a 'talk through' on my Sleep System selection process for my PCT thru-hikes. I talk about experiences with different brands, and also the factors that are important to me when selecting my Sleep System. As a regular section and thru-hiker of the PCT, I am already planning the next adventure for 2025. Links to a...
Pacific Crest Trail - PCT 2025 - Gear Intro + Shelter Systems
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Pacific Crest Trail - PCT 2025 - INTRO TO THE BIG THREE and Part 1: Shelter Systems This video is a 'talk through' introduction to the BiG 3 gear items (Shelter/Sleep System/Backpack), and starts with my Shelter selection process for my PCT thru-hikes. I talk about experiences with different brands, and also the factors that are important to me when selecting my shelter. As a regular section an...
PACIFIC CREST TRAIL - PCT 2025 - Deciding Footwear
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Pacific Crest Trail - PCT 2025 - Deciding Footwear. This video is a 'talk through' on footwear selection process for my PCT thru-hikes. Everyone's feet and walking gait are different, and deciding which shoes to use on a thru-hike can be daunting. In this video I talk through the basic process I took, and cover some of the good and bad experiences I had in the process. I talk about experiences ...
Pacific Crest Trail - PCT 2025 - Deciding Permit Dates
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Pacific Crest Trail - PCT 2025 - Deciding Permit Dates This video is an expanded 'talk through' on PCTA permit start dates, and some of the pros and cons of the different start times, and whether to go Northbound (NOBO) or Southbound (SOBO). As a regular section and thru-hiker of the PCT, I am already planning the next adventure for 2025. MORE SUBJECT FOCUSED VIDEOS TO FOLLOW PCTA permit inform...
Pacific Crest Trail - PCT 2025 - Thru Hiking Permits
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A quick overview of the PCTA thru-hiking permit application process for hiking the Pacific Crest Trail in 2025, and what to expect. All information is available at www.pcta.org but this is a 'talk through' of the process for people considering hiking the Pacific Crest Trail in 2025, and addressing some of the common questions. WHEN TO HIKE - Which permit start dates do you go for ?? This is dis...
Pacific Crest Trail - PCT 2025. Early Preparations
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Pacific Crest Trail - PCT 2025 - Early preparation video. As a regular section and thru-hiker, I finished the PCT for the third time this year (where trail fires allowed), and am already planning the next adventure. This video is the initial 'early advice video for first time hikers planning to hike the Pacific Crest Trail in 2025. MORE SUBJECT FOCUSSED VIDEOS TO FOLLOW
Pacific Crest Trail: PCT 2024 - Camping Tips
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This video discusses a wide variety of topics around camping on the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT), including the benefits of the Farout App, established campgrounds, camping in different conditions, assessing dispersed camping sites, risks of plant and animal life, food storage etc... Hope it is useful to you, and happy hiking.
PCT 2024 - Final Preparations - Part 3
มุมมอง 53411 หลายเดือนก่อน
This video is the final of two (well three now!!) videos covering smaller gear items and final preparation decisions thru hikers might be considering. Definitely check out the annual hiker survey - and particularly the gear section. See: www.halfwayanywhere.com/trails/pacific-crest-trail/pct-hiker-survey-2023/ One example of electrolyte summaries:- www.cleverhiker.com/hiking/best-hydration-mixe...
PCT 2024 - Final Preparations - Part 2
มุมมอง 48311 หลายเดือนก่อน
This video is the second of two (okay it looks like three now!!) videos covering smaller gear items and final preparation decisions thru hikers might be considering. Definitely check out the annual hiker survey - and particularly the gear section. See: www.halfwayanywhere.com/trails/pacific-crest-trail/pct-hiker-survey-2023/
PCT 2024 - Final Preparations - Part 1
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This video is the first of two videos covering smaller gear items and final preparation decisions thru hikers might be considering. The large items like tents, backpacks and sleep systems are not covered here, as these are covered very well elsewhere in surveys such as the HalfwayAnywhere hiker surveys. See: www.halfwayanywhere.com/trails/pacific-crest-trail/pct-hiker-survey-2023/ Link to video...
PCT 2024 INTRODUCTIONS
มุมมอง 851ปีที่แล้ว
Each year I update introductions and gear videos that are intended for friends and family who regularly hike the PCT and other trails, and I hope they are useful to hikers in general. The PCT is my favorite trail and with a background in outdoor endurance and navigation competitions, I have thru-hiked the PCT multiple times and I section hike it year round at every opportunity both Northbound a...
PCT 2023 - PREPARATIONS - FINAL DISCUSSIONS - 2
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PCT 2023 - PREPARATIONS - FINAL DISCUSSIONS - 2
PCT 2023 - PREPARATIONS - FINAL DISCUSSIONS - 1
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PCT 2023 - PREPARATIONS - FINAL DISCUSSIONS - 1
PCT 2023 - LOCAL PERMITS - DO NOT MAKE THIS AVOIDABLE MISTAKE
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PCT 2023 - LOCAL PERMITS - DO NOT MAKE THIS AVOIDABLE MISTAKE
PCT 2023 - Pacific Crest Trail: Thru Hiking on Local Permits
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PCT 2023 - Pacific Crest Trail: Thru Hiking on Local Permits
PCT 2023 - Preparations and Introductions - LOTHAR
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PCT 2023 - Preparations and Introductions - LOTHAR
PCT 2022 - Early Lessons and Advice on Trail
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PCT 2022 - Early Lessons and Advice on Trail
PCT 2022 - Commercial Topics - Spending Money
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PCT 2022 - Commercial Topics - Spending Money
PCT 2022 - Ice Axe or Whippet, Shoes and Traction devices.
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PCT 2022 - Ice Axe or Whippet, Shoes and Traction devices.
PCT 2022 - Dealing with the Cold.
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PCT 2022 - Dealing with the Cold.
PCT 2022 - Problems Sleeping, SPLAT Moments, and Hallucinating on Trail
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PCT 2022 - Problems Sleeping, SPLAT Moments, and Hallucinating on Trail
PCT 2022 - WATER FILTERING ALL THE WAY
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PCT 2022 - WATER FILTERING ALL THE WAY
PCT 2022 - SPARE GEAR - Bounce Box and Gear on Standby
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PCT 2022 - SPARE GEAR - Bounce Box and Gear on Standby
PCT 2022 - Final Preparations - Part 3: Snow Skills
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PCT 2022 - Final Preparations - Part 3: Snow Skills
PCT 2022 - Final Preparations - Part 2: Navigation
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PCT 2022 - Final Preparations - Part 2: Navigation
PCT 2022 - Final Preparations - Part 1: Basics
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PCT 2022 - Final Preparations - Part 1: Basics