Capital to Canada Quest: Inside Julianne Mahoney’s 1,600-Mile Pacific Crest Trail Adventure

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SIERRA REC NOW | Your Guide to Sierra Adventures

Charlie Pankey | Sierra Rec Magazine • Authentic Mountains

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Sierra Rec Now, an Authentic Mountains Production, dives into the stories and adventures that define the Sierra Nevada. Hosted by Charlie Pankey, the show brings you trail discoveries, backcountry experiences, and conversations with the people who know these mountains best. Each episode blends inspiration with practical insight for exploring the range. If you love granite peaks, big landscapes, and real Sierra culture, this is your home. Let’s get into it.

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Capital to Canada Quest: Inside Julianne Mahoney’s 1,600-Mile Pacific Crest Trail Adventure

SIERRA REC NOW | Your Guide to Sierra Adventures

43 minutes 43 seconds

2 months ago

Capital to Canada Quest: Inside Julianne Mahoney’s 1,600-Mile Pacific Crest Trail Adventure

This week on the Sierra Rec Now Podcast, host Charlie Pankey sits down with Julianne Mahoney, the first hiker to complete the Capital to Canada Quest — a 1,600-mile section of the Pacific Crest Trail starting in Carson City, Nevada.

Julianne opens up about the highs and lows of trail life: battling record heat in Northern California, hiking solo through Oregon’s berry-covered paths, and finding peace in Washington’s alpine wilderness. She shares how the journey reshaped her view of resilience, solitude, and community on one of America’s most legendary trails.

We talk about:
• The emotional challenge of re-entry after months on trail
• Hiking solo as a “lasher” (long-ass section hiker)
• Lessons from the burn scars of the Sierra and NorCal
• Trail magic moments and ultralight gear tips
• Why she’s already dreaming of her next big hike

🎥 Watch the full video episode on YouTube:
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🎧 Brought to you by: Visit Carson Valley – Your Trailhead to the Sierra Nevada.