Itch: A Pacific Northwest Trail Story

Inspirational. Fun. And Simple.

"Do things before you're ready."

"Smiles not miles, but also miles."

About the Author

Nick Fowler, just your average Nick with a backpack, enjoys long walks outside and sleeping in the dirt. Obsessions include: Canyoneering, FKTs, Frugality, Reading, Hannah, and his son Canyon.

What the people are saying:

"It’s hard to write a good book about thru-hiking, but Nick Fowler found a way. The frequent internal monologue allows his unstoppable positive attitude to shine and leaves you thinking 'he can’t possibly be having this much fun.'"
Eric H.
Eric H.
"It’s hard to write a good book about thru-hiking, but Nick Fowler found a way. The frequent internal monologue allows his unstoppable positive attitude to shine and leaves you thinking 'he can’t possibly be having this much fun.'"
"This hiker can write!!! I’ve read plenty of first-person thru hike books. This stands out for two reasons: Nick Fowler writes well, and it’s a great story told quickly. An extraordinarly enjoyable read."
Piper W.
Piper W.
"This hiker can write!!! I’ve read plenty of first-person thru hike books. This stands out for two reasons: Nick Fowler writes well, and it’s a great story told quickly. An extraordinarly enjoyable read."
"With a mix of vivid descriptions and humor, Fowler captures the physical challenges while creating a compelling narrative that immerses you in the trail’s beauty and the resilience of the human spirit."
Kathleen E.
Kathleen E.
"With a mix of vivid descriptions and humor, Fowler captures the physical challenges while creating a compelling narrative that immerses you in the trail’s beauty and the resilience of the human spirit."