This year, I'm thru-hiking the Pacific Crest Trail to test my limits and reconnect with nature.

Despite the steep switchbacks, she kept out-hiking everyone else until they reached the summit.

By the end of the day, he was out hiking everyone else on the trail.

While through-hiking the Appalachian Trail, she discovered a deeper sense of resilience and community.

She adjusted the straps on her hiking poles before starting the steep ascent.

She adjusted the length of her hiking pole before tackling the steep switchbacks.

I laced up my hiking boot and stepped onto the muddy trail.

She laced up her hiking boots before setting off on the foggy trail.

When our car broke down, we hitch-hiked to the nearest town and laughed about the adventure.

If her car breaks down, she hitch-hikes to work instead of taking the bus.