– We got used to having cold and wet feet from walking in snow all day and crossing rivers. Our feet look like prunes 24/7.
– You won’t get anywhere fast. And don’t try to speed up! I fell so many times trying to rush once we got down to dirt trail.
– There is definitely strength in numbers! Hiking with a group saved us. Being with a group increases safety and boosts your mental game working as a team.
– Sun cups are exhausting. You lose your footing so easily slipping and sliding.
– Be prepared to sleep on snow at times.
– Attitude is everything. When something bad happens, your reaction can make or break you.
– We woke up at 4:00am every morning and started hiking by 5am. It’s good to get going before the snow gets slushy. Especially climbing mountain passes!
– We hardly saw any people during the last 200 mile stretch. Which meant there were no steps to follow!
– Navigating in the snow is tough at times. Rarely were we on the actual trail.
Hello! This is Brenda Holden from Shear Magic Salon in Gillette. I was so excited to see all your posts today. I have been wondering how you all have been. What an adventure! Thank you so much for sharing your journey-inspiring!
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I finally caught up on all your blog posts & I can’t believe how mentally/physically strong you both are. Love and faith wins every time!
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