This week's epic guest, Paxton, is a Washingtonian who guides us through her day- hike of The Enchantments. This hike is in a region within the Alpine Lakes Wilderness. If you're a wilderness lover, put this on your list!  

Paxton shares her perspective that being on the trail is a reminder of gratitude and she also expresses, "I think there is a lot of value in choosing to do hard stuff". Her positive outlook on being in nature and appreciating yourself is a beautiful reminder to acknowledge what your body can do and not what it can't do. 

Highlights on The Enchantment hike:

• So many GOATS! 
• Colchuck Lake 
• Aasgard Pass

Two more Washington hikes that she urges you to check out:

• Blanca Lake Trail 
• Oyster Dome 

Items she recommends for hiking:

• Headlamp
• Water Purifier 
• Brooks trail runners (she never gets blisters with these shoes)

If you haven't heard of The Enchantments, click on the Washington Trails Association link below to get any extra information that you may need to plan your hike! 

https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/enchantment-lakes