I’M QUINCY KOETZ

An outdoorsman and Nurse Practitioner living in Northern California. When I first started this blog, I was an EMT living in Southern California and this blog has followed...

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Backpacking the Trans Catalina Trail: Part 2

Things you should know before backpacking the Trans Catalina Trail Practical Advice on what to pack, how long does it take, where to get supplies, where to camp, how to get permits, where is there water ect. From your Catalina Island Expert! Catalina! Ah, the Trans Catalina Trail! Hopefully you read my brief introduction to...

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Backpacking the Trans-Catalina Trail: Part 1

A Comprehensive Guide on the New and Famous Trans Catalina Trail. Everything you need to know about packing, planning, weather, sights, campsites, things to see, and other fun adventures on the 37 mile backpacking trail.   Perhaps the country’s only backpacking trail with GUARANTEED good weather! I don’t mean to brag, ...

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Packlist and Considerations for the John Muir Trail: Part I

Well, who would have thought that this blog is getting more google hits than anything! I’m pleased to say that people have actually been inspired to head off on some epic adventures from these posts. Not to brag, but there’s even a couple folks doing the Pacific Crest Trail after reading some posts. So with a...

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John Muir Trail: Suggestions that Aren’t in the Guidebooks

Near the Golden Staircase in Kings Canyon There’s only so much you can learn from reading about the John Muir Trail, but it always helps! There are some very worthy guidebooks which should accompany you on your journey. John Muir Trail: The Essential Guide to Hiking America’s Most Famous Trail, by Elizabeth Wenk, was my...

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