Great Walks

THE BIG SLEEP

good night’s sleep sets you up for a good day’s hike. Conversely, a good day’s hike sets me up for a good night’s sleep. Eight hours was the norm for me on the Pacific Crest Trail. Covering great daily distances with a heavy load is exhausting. After setting up camp, finding water, and cooking my evening meal, it’s hardly surprising I fell asleep in an instant. But did I

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