Here’s PCT thru hiker Joshua Pinedo.
And here’s one of his photos of the 2011 Annual Day Zero Pacific Crest Trail Kick Off. (ADZPCTKO)
Looks like FUN.
What’s the date of ADZPCTKO 2012?
I’m contemplating putting it on my personal calendar. And go for the first couple of weeks, just to see how much I enjoy the experience.
Josh has already hiked the Appalachian Trail. He told me that AT Trail Days in Damascus, VA. (May 13-15th this year) is a drunken party.
PCT Kick Off is very serious, in contrast.
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This sure brings back fond memories. I began my PCT hike in May of 2007. As you know, the PCT is a spectacular hike.
New adventurous friends. Doesn’t get any better. Hope you passed one forward to him also… 🙂
DSD
I hiked pretty much the entire second half of the trail with Josh, among other amazing people. His trail name is DIVERSITY!!!! Just spoke with him yesterday. Great guy