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Every time I get anxious about the Salkantay, I remind myself that doing Elk Mountain was worse than any day on the trek will be. That said, I’m writing this while binge watching Catfish, snacking and not-drinking alcohol—I really want to—even though I still have so much to do but I’M SO DAMN ANXIOUS. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ The encouragement and love you’ve all given me has been so kind and motivating. Thank you. I’m not afraid I can’t do this. It’s all about the unknown. And when I say I’m anxious, it isn’t to say my heart isn’t 100% in this. I’m embracing every single part. I love what I’m learning about myself already. I can’t wait to find out what the trail, the land and its people have to show me. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 📍This land belongs to the Tillamook, Siletz and possibly other tribes. #elkmountain #fatandoutdoorsy #mybodytookmehere #unlikelyhikers #itakethelongway

I’ve done so many hard things recently. I’ve had to face myself over and over. I’ve given all I can. I’ve sacrificed things I didn’t want to sacrifice. Might as well hike to Machu Picchu for 5 days 🤷🏻‍♀️ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 📍Dog Mountain, Washington. This is Chinook, Cowlitz+ land. #dogmountain ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #fatandoutdoorsy #mybodytookmehere #unlikelyhikers #itakethelongway #diversifyoutdoors

Cascade Head makes me feel like I’m on vacation. Blissed out ✨ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 📍Cascade Head, Otis, Oregon. This land belongs to the Tillamook, Siletz, Salmon River and possibly other tribes. #cascadehead #fatandoutdoorsy #mybodytookmehere #unlikelyhikers #itakethelongway

For awhile, I felt like I was the only one. I knew I wasn’t, but I was often the only fat person at the outdoor events or conferences I attended. Being The Only One is a heavy burden to bear. It’s pressure to do the best, be the best. To be the representative of your entire community, which is absolutely impossible. I’m so grateful for the community I’ve found and help build with my fellow fat adventurers. Their shine, makes me shine. We’re killing it on our own, but together? You better watch out. #whyihike ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #fatandoutdoorsy #mybodytookmehere #unlikelyhikers #itakethelongway #liveyouradventure

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2/10/18 – this page is under construction while I regroup. I hope to re-open it April 1, 2018.

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