On September 5, 2009 Triple Crown long distance hiker Hawkeye Johnson completed 1,700 miles of the 2,700 mile Pacific Crest Trail from Mexico through California. Starting on April 26, 2009, Hawkeye hiked to raise funds for the Telluride Adaptive Sports Program (TASP). TASP is a non-profit dedicated to enriching the lives of people with disabilities by providing educational and recreational opportunities that develop life skills and personal growth.

I have been involved with TASP for 9 years as a blind guide, ski/snowboard Instructor and staff trainer. The inspiration I receive, working with people with disabilities to overcome challenges, helps sustain me on my many journeys.

In 2007, I hiked the 3,000 mile Continental Divide Trail as a fundraiser for GoHawkeye which raised over $17,000 for TASP programs including the creation of a high-definition video resource library. More funds are needed to complete this project. On June 25, 2010, I will begin hiking the remaining 950 miles of the Pacific Crest Trail through Oregon and Washington to Canada. When I finish the hike, I will have achieved the Triple Crown - hiking each of the three U.S. National Scenic Trails; the Pacific Crest Trail in the West, the Continental Divide Trail in the Rockies, and the Appalachian, which runs from Georgia to Maine - for a second time. You can support TASP by pledging per mile or making a flat donation. I will post a trail journal with pictures if you wish to track my progress.

100% of money raised benefits TASP;  TASP is a 501(3)c non-profit organization and donations are tax deductible.