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The best things in life are worth searching for.

By June 19, 201414 Comments

The best things in life are worth searching for. I say this as I sit in one of the most beautiful places on earth,Yosemite National Park.

I have had the pleasure of spending a total of five days in the valley, while waiting on my roommate to arrive and hike with us up to Lake Tahoe over the next 10 days. In that time I feel that I have really become somewhat familiar with the valley and as the overwhelmingly beautiful views of the valley start to become somewhat normal, I began to seek out the very thing that the Pacific Crest Trail presents to me every day. Something new, and something exciting.

I have had the pleasure of exploring the valley and have found myself up in the surrounding areas away from the crowds of people, where I have really found myself in awe of the scenery and views that the valley has to offer.

Some of the hikes have been tough and extremely steep in elevation gain but once you get up to the top of the climb, have a seat and allow it all to soak in, every bit of the struggle you just endured washes away immediately.

It’s kinda funny how something as simple as a beautiful view in an amazing place like Yosemite National Park, can somehow seem to wash away all your problems.

Brandon

Transplant from the south, now living in the great city of Chicago. Designer and explorer, always looking for the next big adventure. Thru-hiked The Pacific Crest Trail 2014.

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