Triple Crown thru hiker Renee "Shera" Patrick returns to Hiker Trash Radio to talk trail and share a devastating update. Settle in and buckle up as Shera discusses receiving the Stage 4 lung cancer diagnosis while preparing for the Pinhoti Trail. Like thru hikers do, Shera focuses on the incremental progress she's achieving and taking in all the relevant information and making life adjustments on the fly. (This is Part II. Be sure to listen to Part I.)

Show Notes

In this episode, we follow the compelling story of Renee "Shera" Patrick, the legendary thru hiker who received a devastating stage four lung cancer diagnosis. Renee shares her journey from initially mistaking her symptoms for a hiking injury to discovering tumors spread throughout her spine, lung, and brain. Despite the challenges and radical changes to her outdoor lifestyle, she discusses her ongoing treatments, which include a mix of chemotherapy, radiation, and targeted medication. She also explores how her love for hiking continues to shape her healing process and future plans, even as she navigates physical limitations and considers more accessible treks like the Camino. The episode underscores the critical role of community, perseverance, and finding hope in the face of incurable illness.


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