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In this video I briefly go through my preparation for the Pacific Crest Trail, why the PCT and where the idea for the hike came from. Thought Pot Collection: https://potti.mieli.fi/participant/20... Follow on Instagram: / katskihikes PCTA: https://www.pcta.org/ Halfway Anywhere PCT: https://www.halfwayanywhere.com/pacif... Jeriko Fox Trail: / jerikofoxtrail Suvi Ahonen: https://www.sopivastihukassa.com/ Isko Salminen: https://iskosalminen.com/ Timestamps: 00:00 Foreword 00:37 2022 hiking plan 02:18 What kind of terrain is expected? 03:24 More information about the PCT 04:17 Frequently asked questions 1: food supplements 05:05 My hiking ideology 05:35 Frequently asked questions 2: do I hike alone? 06:35 Preparation: equipment 06:58 Preparation: money 08:25 Preparation: bureaucracy 11:07 Preparation: physical side 12:16 Preparation: mental side 13:55 Preparation: loved ones 15:04 Preparation: fears 17:11 Safety: emergency transmitter 18:59 Safety: travel insurance 19:38 Safety: first aid equipment 19:59 Safety: water filtration 21:04 Safety: water crossings 22:19 Safety: mountain conditions 24:04 Safety: for the worst 25:18 Why PCT: landscapes 26:12 Why PCT: hiking culture 27:26 Why PCT: challenging yourself 28:58 Where did the idea come from? 33:03 Charity campaign to promote mental health work 36:32 Closing remarks 38:07 Bloopers