This week we are thrilled to journey alongside Ty Pierce as he shares about his Pacific Crest Trail hike. Ty walks us through how a resolution to spend 15 nights outdoors and to seek out adventure led him to quitting his corporate job, and ultimately hitting a 2,650 mile trail spanning 3 states, Mexico, and Canada with an acquaintance who would turn into a best friend. Ty’s pilgrimage on the PCT was rigorous and pain filled. It also brought him profound joy, connections to many people he met on the trail, and the knowledge that he could overcome anything by putting one foot in front of the other. Ty’s ability to so willingly respond to the pull of his heart is a fabulous invitation to trust the soft animal of our body when it invites us into our own knowing. 

Cool stuff we mentioned in this episode (or meant to anyways): 

• The Pacific Crest Trail
• Alone - TV Show
• Ty’s Pilgrimage Video

Chapters00:00 Introduction to Pilgrimage and Personal Journeys
07:33 The Decision to Hike the Pacific Crest Trail
14:44 Preparing for the Journey: Physical, Mental, and Spiritual Aspects
18:31 Surprises and Challenges on the Trail
22:06 Understanding the Pacific Crest Trail
31:32 Encounters with Nature and Other Hikers
34:47 Lessons Learned from the Pacific Crest Trail
38:10 Encouragement for Future Pilgrims
40:21 Balancing Adventure and Family Life
43:15 Final Thoughts on Kindness and Joy