From 3bed99ac658e334d2a8b61ed18b1f5db6ea254dd Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Josh Cook Date: Wed, 24 Apr 2024 06:33:21 -0400 Subject: [PATCH] hobby: start backpacking hobby page --- content/hobbies/backpacking/index.md | 39 +++++++++++++++++++++++++++- 1 file changed, 38 insertions(+), 1 deletion(-) diff --git a/content/hobbies/backpacking/index.md b/content/hobbies/backpacking/index.md index 3ea464a..7e9a0de 100644 --- a/content/hobbies/backpacking/index.md +++ b/content/hobbies/backpacking/index.md @@ -6,7 +6,44 @@ lastmod: 2024-01-01 draft: true --- +In 2021, (ironically) sick of living in a half-closed city and working from my bedroom everyday, I stumbled upon the backpacking hobby. +It looked like the perfect escape. +I became immediately obsessed and convinced myself to buy the necessary equipment and prepare for a trip that fall with my roommate and his dog. +In October, we went to the White Mountains and followed the Isolation Loop trail. +It was difficult, but I had a great time. +I specifically recall leaving on the third day with what I would describe as incredible mental clarity – not in the way to declare that I had everything figured out, but that the noise and background that had me feeling "congested" had finally been cleared. +I was hooked. + +Since then, I have gone on a few trips and done some simple camping at the local state park in Wompatuck. +More than anything, I have developed a better appreciation for just being outside for extended periods of time. +Going on longer hikes, longer runs, staying out fishing for the entire afternoon, etc. + +Below are some photos from my backpacking trips followed by a list of my favorite pieces of gear for those interested. + +--- + +## Favorite locations + Add details about my backpacking trips. Include a gallery for each: . -Add links to LighterPack. +### White Mountains + +TK + +### Arizona + +TK + +### Salt Lake City / Wasatch Mountains + +TK + +## Gear + +Latest backpacking gear list: + +- tent +- backpack +- sleeping pad +- quilt