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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 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
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
Feb 10, 20212 min read
Winter Camping Food
Trying freeze dried meals
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.
Emily Hayes
Oct 2, 20202 min read
What about Coronavirus?
How will I complete the 2,600 miles if Coronavirus related restrictions put a stop to my plans?
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