In 1999, Henry Shires completed a thru-hike of the Pacific Crest Trail. It was a life-changing experience, showing him what is possible with the power of deep commitment, vision and group effort. Henry is passionate about making that experience a reality for others. Read More
For John Crawford, the PCT isn’t solely about incredible vistas and solitude. It also teaches him that he is strong too, despite having Parkinson’s disease. In gratitude for all the PCT has taught him, John has designated part of his estate to the trail through the Pacific Crest Trail Association. Read More
June and Don Mulford began a trailblazing journey in 1959 when they set off to ride the entire PCT in a single season. Armed with video and still cameras, they documented the momentous five-month, 2,400-mile trek. As a Legacy Society member, June's passion and pioneering spirit will forever be remembered as a champion of the PCT. Read More
Through Cheryl Strayed's book Wild, Roger Carpenter is known to many as "Greg." Though that connection already tied Roger to the Pacific Crest Trail, he and his wife, Cindy, chose to make their legacy personal by including the Pacific Crest Trail Association in their estate plan to preserve the trail for future travelers. Read More
In May 2016, I started the Pacific Crest Trail at Campo, planning to do the desert portion north to Kennedy Meadows. I love the desert and wanted to connect with it in a big context. I immediately extended my permit. Read More
I'm a native Californian who was lucky enough to have parents who moved to a small town in the Sierra when I was 6 years old. That was 1969. I developed a passion for the mountains, wilderness, conservation and trails. Read More
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