Backpacking to French Ridge Hut in Mt. Aspiring National Park, New Zealand

Back in November 2019, Jake and I traveled to the South Island of New Zealand for a 10-day road trip across the island. One of our stops along the way was Mt. Aspiring National Park where we backpacked to French Ridge Hut. I could list a whole bunch of excuses as to why I have …

Laguna Wilacococha, Peru – Acclimating Hike #1

Acclimating Hikes Before setting out to complete the Cordillera Huayhush Circuit, Jake and I spent 5 days acclimating in the town of Huaraz. From Huaraz (10,000ft), we completed 3 day hikes around the area. all varying in elevation. Our highest elevation reached before starting the Huayhuash Circuit was 15,100ft. Originally, we had planned four day …