The Annual Day Zero Pacific Crest Trail Kick Off has been a blast. I’ve met tonnes of like minded long-distance hikers, some from previous years, some from this year, and a few still gearing up for years to come. Meadow Ed gave me a cool pirate bandana, which I will hide when trying to hitch lifts to towns. There’s been loads of food and a few sessions to attend where I learned about mountain lions, bears and wilderness first aid.