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October 27, 2024

Tehipite Valley Trip Report — October 2024

In October 2024, I backpacked into the remote Tehipite Valley in Kings Canyon National Park.

July 31, 2024

Rae Lakes Loop Trip Report — July 2024

The Rae Lakes area is reputed to offer some of the finest splendor in the high Sierra. I like loop trips, and also splendor, and as of recently, backpacking, so I gave this one a go. In July 2024 I ventured the Rae Lakes loop as a 4 day, 3 night solo backpacking trip.

September 29, 2023

Backcountry flavor country

Here’s a backpacking trick: open the freeze-dried meals at home, remove the desiccant packets, and add a quarter teaspoon each of salt and msg powder.