Thunder River LoopStanding on the upper reaches of Deer Creek, surrounded by the weird rock formations and scattered brush of the Esplanade formation, I watched the sun lighten the sky and felt bitter. The last three hours had been a frustrating and terrifying scramble along …

Allons-y! Jacob Emerick — narrative writing and structured hiking data
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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Thunder River LoopStanding on the upper reaches of Deer Creek, surrounded by the weird rock formations and scattered brush of the Esplanade formation, I watched the sun lighten the sky and felt bitter. The last three hours had been a frustrating and terrifying scramble along …
- 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 …
- 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 …
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