Winter Trip to Powers GardenStepping out of my car, legs stiff from the long, dark drive, my breath caught in the bitter cold at Deer Creek Trailhead. I knew it would be cold, yet this was absolutely frigid. It was January of 2022, less than a year since my last visit to the Galiuro …

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My name is Jacob Emerick.
I am a technical leader who builds passionate teams and ships pragmatic, responsible software. Also, I enjoy hiking, backpacking, running, and living by journey before destination.
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Winter Trip to Powers GardenStepping out of my car, legs stiff from the long, dark drive, my breath caught in the bitter cold at Deer Creek Trailhead. I knew it would be cold, yet this was absolutely frigid. It was January of 2022, less than a year since my last visit to the Galiuro …
- Cypress Ridge LoopThere is a hike in the Mazatzal Wilderness that has captured my imagination for years, dating back to when I …
- Rogers Canyon Family OvernightThe winter and spring of 2022 had been quite busy for both the kids and me. Their little legs were taxed …
- Escalante RouteSome hikes in the Grand Canyon are simply iconic. Every trail and view is special, sure… natural wonder …
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