Emily Hayes
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Southern California desert for 700 miles on the Pacific Crest Trail
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Emily Hayes
Apr 21, 20223 min read
The missing ice axe
Idyllwild to Big Bear city. 100 on the PCT including a mountain summit.
Emily Hayes
Apr 18, 20222 min read
The desert to Julian and beyond
150 miles and 8 days on trail, the journey so far
Emily Hayes
Mar 25, 20223 min read
How it all began
First published on The Trek. So here I am, nine years on from the promise I made to myself about thru-hiking the entire PCT before I...
Emily Hayes
Feb 28, 20223 min read
Diary of a hiker in training: Fast and light on The South Downs Way
5 days, 100 miles and 4 pre-booked campsites. My attempt at hiking "fast and light" on the South Downs Way.
Emily Hayes
Feb 28, 20222 min read
2 weeks to go, PCT nerves setting in
How am I getting to the start of the PCT from the UK?
Emily Hayes
Feb 1, 20222 min read
Diary of a hiker in training: how I'm training for the PCT
Something I get asked often is "how is training going for the PCT?" I think a lot of people imagine me out with a heavy bag every weekend...
Emily Hayes
Jan 20, 20223 min read
Diary of a hiker in training: view on footwear for the PCT
Deciding on hiking boots of trail shoes or trail trainers?
Emily Hayes
Jan 17, 20226 min read
Diary of a hiker in training: packing List for wild camping adventure in Scotland
Here's a complete packing list for wild camping in Autumnal Scotland
Emily Hayes
Jan 10, 20223 min read
Diary of a hiker in training: Hello my name is Emily
Diary of a hiker in training: Hello my name is Emily
Emily Hayes
Dec 29, 20212 min read
Exciting News for 2022
Hiking permit secured and visa appointment make my 2022 PCT plans look promising
Emily Hayes
Jun 4, 20217 min read
Diary of a hiker in training: chasing mountains in Wales
Mountains, wild camping, hiking, rain and lots of lessons in Snowdonia
Emily Hayes
May 23, 20212 min read
6 Edible Wild Plants To Forage In The UK
There are many common weeds that are edible and quite tasty. Check out this list and ideas for use.
Emily Hayes
Mar 20, 20214 min read
The English Way - highlights from a solo walking holiday in Spain
Highlights from walking the lesser known camino, The English Way.
Emily Hayes
Feb 10, 20212 min read
Winter Camping Food
Trying freeze dried meals
Emily Hayes
Jan 6, 20211 min read
PCT 2022 In Training
With a heavy heart I have sadly made the decision to delay my trip to 2022. I have optimistically persevered throughout uncertainty but...
Emily Hayes
Dec 9, 20203 min read
Diary of a hiker in training; travel to a Colombian Lost City
Finding The Lost City also found my long distance hiking dreams.
Emily Hayes
Nov 26, 20204 min read
Top 8: Fave "Lightweight" Camping Foods
Developing my menu for thru-hiking, I'm determined to find a balance between highly processed foods and some more natural options.
Emily Hayes
Nov 22, 20203 min read
Food or Feed?
Eating on the trail is going to take some planning
Emily Hayes
Nov 4, 20205 min read
Diary of a hiker in training, starting with Scotland
Hiking in Scotland was a great way to learn from my mistakes.
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