Backpacking Alone

It takes an adventurous spirit and a strong mind and body to handle yourself up in a wilderness. The rewards are seeing country that few people ever do.

I have come a long ways since I started backpacking frequently. At first I was a little unsettled spending nights alone out in complete quiet and darkness. These are not things we get to be around very much as we grow up, and they take some getting used to.

After many years of going out alone, I consider that country similar to my home, and the silence and darkness of wilderness night are nothing but comforting and healing.