Planning and research are key to any successful adventure and should never be underestimated, especially if you are going somewhere a little sketchy. So I thought I would share my planning process with you. The following is the process I have used for several trips in the past and others I am planning now for the future. Research Tools Guide Books. These exist for all kinds of trips and adventures. From simple travel guides to extensive books on particular areas or trail

During the recent hike on the Kungsleden Trail in Northern Sweden I had plenty of time to contemplate this topic and many others. Hiking solo in the wilderness allows you to do a lot of thinking. I think there are 2 parts to this, why do I do it and why do I document it. Why Do I do it? Well that's not too easy to answer. I don't think I have worked out all the reasons why I do it, but here are my thoughts. I guess it is just to push myself. It isn't about losing weight