This last stretch was our most difficult yet. We went nearly two weeks without a break, and our bodies and spirits were as fatigued as I have been in my life. In addition, a warning: if you want to go to the Yosemite Wilderness in the Summer, read on bug pressure! We experienced more mosquitos …

This stretch has proven to have the most beautiful and difficult hiking that we have encountered yet. Averaging nearly 20 miles a day, often over vast elevation changes, has pushed us to our limits out here. Over the course of 8 days, we have crossed 8 major passes, 100 miles, and we saw awe inspiring …