How to Plan for a Thru-hike

If you're new to thru-hiking like I was, here are some resources that I found helpful when starting to plan for my PCT hike.

1. Gear Research
My Gear List - https://lighterpack.com/r/opulp5

2. Education
Online Educational Resource - https://mountaineducation.org/

3. Training
REI Training Video - How to Train for Hiking || REI

4. Getting Your Permit
All Trail Permits - https://faroutguides.com/trail-permits/
PCT Permit - https://permit.pcta.org/docs/how-to-a...
California Fire Permit - https://www.readyforwildfire.org/perm...

5. Resupplies
PCT Data Book: https://amzn.to/45fA0oM
Craig’s PCT Planner - https://pctplanner.com/
Postholer Website - https://www.postholer.com/planners

6. Take This Hike Seriously
In Case of Emergency Resources:
- https://jansjaunts.wordpress.com/2016...
- https://www.fofound.org/
- https://www.pcta.org/discover-the-tra...
- https://www.jonfrancisfoundation.org/...

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