RUSTY GAECHTER
DESIGN SYSTEMS | PRODUCTION | ILLUSTRATION
In March of 2019, I stepped away from everyday life to hike from Georgia to Maine capturing my impressions along the way.
Get me to Maine!
June 2018
Help support my trip either by assisting with my resupply points or just by dropping me a line!
Gear review
Sea to Summit Ultra-Oil Nano Tarp Poncho
Weather is always something to consider in the backcountry, and something lightweight is always…
Grayson Highlands
July 2016
Southern Virginia has some of the most beautiful landscapes in the southeast and I can't wait until…
Castle Rock
August 4, 2018
A somewhat hot day hike in the bay area...
AT Gear List
June 2018
After buying gear, and in many instances...buying it again, I've finally narrowed things down a bit.
HMG Windrider 3400
July 2016
I've been reading about ultralight backpacks for a while now and finally took the plunge.
Shakedowns
Living close to the Santa Cruz Mountains certainly has its advantages. There are miles upon miles of varied terrain that will keep any hiker happy for just about any…
MST in NC
In my research of long trails in the United States, I've been reading more and more about North Carolina's, Mountains to Sea trail. This trail runs from the western border of NC to…
