Why I hike. – The walk

I’m sure some people are curious and asking, «Will it ever get into the CDT?»

The answer is yes.

I have enjoyed reflecting on the past and sharing stories, but I am eager to begin sharing experiences and stories of the present.

As of today, 05/08/2026, I have 34 days until it is on its way.

And I’d be willing to bet some might wonder, «Is it possible for him to finish a NOBO hike with such a late start?»

The uncertainty of such a long walk doesn’t allow me to honestly force myself to say yes.

However, I can answer yes to several things with one hundred percent certainty.

Heat, cold, rain and snow. Yes, all these elements will be present.

Fear, loneliness, doubt, exhaustion. Yes, I will find all of these at some point.

You might be curious, why go through all that?

Heat: growth.

Cold — conservation.

Rain: food.

Snow: renewal.

Fear: survival.

Solitude: reflection.

Doubt: humility.

Exhaustion – recovery.

I take growth, preservation, nourishment, renewal, survival, reflection, humility, and recovery (all positives born from the negative) along the way and use them to become a better version of myself.

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