Diary of a hiker in training: chasing mountains in Wales
Mountains, wild camping, hiking, rain and lots of lessons in Snowdonia
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Emily Hayes
- May 23
- 2 min
6 Edible Wild Plants To Forage In The UK
There are many common weeds that are edible and quite tasty. Check out this list and ideas for use.
Emily Hayes
- Mar 20
- 4 min
The English Way - highlights from a solo walking holiday in Spain
Highlights from walking the lesser known camino, The English Way.
Emily Hayes
- Feb 10
- 2 min
Winter Camping Food
Trying freeze dried meals
Emily Hayes
- Jan 6
- 1 min
PCT 2022 In Training
With a heavy heart I have sadly made the decision to delay my trip to 2022. I have optimistically persevered throughout uncertainty but...
Emily Hayes
- Dec 9, 2020
- 3 min
Diary of a hiker in training; travel to a Colombian Lost City
Finding The Lost City also found my long distance hiking dreams.
Emily Hayes
- Nov 26, 2020
- 4 min
Top 8: Fave "Lightweight" Camping Foods
Developing my menu for thru-hiking, I'm determined to find a balance between highly processed foods and some more natural options.
Emily Hayes
- Nov 22, 2020
- 3 min
Food or Feed?
Eating on the trail is going to take some planning
Emily Hayes
- Nov 4, 2020
- 5 min
Diary of a hiker in training, starting with Scotland
Hiking in Scotland was a great way to learn from my mistakes.
Emily Hayes
- Oct 2, 2020
- 2 min
What about Coronavirus?
How will I complete the 2,600 miles if Coronavirus related restrictions put a stop to my plans?
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