The Dusty Camel Rides Again

In an unexpected turn of events, just days after the decision to hike solo was made, Camel pops up.

Turns out he's able to finish his current project a bit early, and has a bit of time before he needs to be back home with family for some exciting stuff. 

He call's me up, asks if I want company, and just like that -- The Dusty Camel rides again.

While the thought of a long distance solo trek was exhilarating (read: terrifying), I am thankful to have Camel join on this adventure as we prepare for a larger project later in 2017.

Working out the logistics and how we plan to embark on this adventure as we speak; it may go from a fully self-supported trek to a nearly self-supported trek. Food is weighing in at 50 lbs! Add that with the camera equipment, and oh yes -- that much needed trekking equipment -- and I'll be pushing 100 lbs with a full sling of water.

The good news of self-supported hikes, is that the pack weight is consistently decreasing! However, 100 lbs may be a bit hefty with all the camera gear, so may break it up into two stretches.

Pine, AZ is only a mile or two off the trail, and nearly exactly midway -- a perfect resupply option for a quick in and out of civilization.

Camel (Andy) and I will be ironing out logistics this coming week, so stay tuned for more updates!