Continental Divide Trail backpacker and THRU-r Trail Team member Annika aka "Ravenclaw" joins us for a fun conversation about embracing the brutality (and beauty) while thru hiking from Canada to Mexico. In this episode, you'll learn about: 1. A lesser known but not-to-miss spot (next to the highest point on the trail) 2. Foam sleeping pads versus air sleeping pads - & which one is better 3. Where to find the best town food on trail (& maybe in America?!) 4. The worst month for bugs on the trail & so much more! Connect & follow along with Ravenclaw: Instagram Articles on The Trek Personal Blog Did you love this episode? If so, please help fellow hikers find the show by following, rating, and reviewing the podcast on Spotify and Apple Podcasts ! Connect With Us: Join The Trail Family THRU-r Website THRU-r Instagram THRU-r TikTok THRU-r Facebook THRU-r Youtube THRU-r Threads Cheer's YouTube Cheer's Instagram Episode Music: "Communicator" by Reed Mathis