Saida Garcia

Hello hello! My name is Saida - like.. "hey! can I get a 𝒔𝒊𝒅𝒆𝒂 chips!. I have started my northbound PCT journey from Campo and am on my way to Canada! Originally from Los Angeles, CA, I have been in Sacramento for the past 8 years where I was able to really dive into the outdoors and backpacking solo. Looking forward to what this trail will throw my way and the memories that are waiting for me.... to Canada!

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In The Blink of 5 Days

In The Blink of 5 Days

I hopped off the bus at San Diego Old Station and looked around, trying to get my bearings. I went under a tunnel and came up the other side where

Apr 1, 2024 : Saida Garcia
From Work Boots to Trail Runners (Soon!)

From Work Boots to Trail Runners (Soon!)

My last week of work started like most do... alarm, struggle, wake up. Before I know it, I am climbing stairs to an unfinished unit that was turned

Mar 17, 2024 : Saida Garcia
Prepping to Hike (with) Enlightened Gossamer

Prepping to Hike (with) Enlightened Gossamer

My first introduction to backpacking was in 2011 when I signed up for a mountaineering course in Cal State Long Beach, CA. At the time, there was

Mar 7, 2024 : Saida Garcia
A Bundle of “I don’t knows”

A Bundle of “I don’t knows”

Hello fellow Trekkers! My name is Saida and I am a 33 year old female, Los Angeles native. My current home base is Sacramento, CA where I relocated

Feb 26, 2024 : Saida Garcia