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This is a ‘pinned’ post. This post will always be on top. Scroll past for my latest post. A little info on what I’m doing. This year I’m thru-hiking the Appalachian Trail, or simply, the AT. It is a seasonal hike which starts in spring and ends in fall. I’m going South Bound, or SOBO, … Continue reading Appalachian Trail 2022
Had to wake up early today. And for those of you who know me, this is harder than it seems. Woke up at 5am and got going at 6am. I had to catch a ferry crossing at the Kennebec River. Before I got to the crossing I also had to re-supply for the next few … Continue reading Attacked before The Roadhouse
The rain stopped overnight, but most of my gear was wet from the previous days. During mid day I was able to dry some of it out in an open spot at a trail crossing. That made it easier sleeping for the evening. Did a larger water fording today… although as a buddy of mine … Continue reading Hostels and Mountains
It’s been a long couple of years as we all know. I started planning this trip just before all the ‘stuff’ went down. Back then I felt it was time to stretch my legs again. Now, it is time more than ever. The planning stage was rather short as far as my gear and skill … Continue reading The Trail has called up my name
To get into Washington from Oregon, on trail, you must walk across The Bridge of the Gods. The Bridge of The Gods is 141 feet up from the water, 1/3 of a mile long and it opened for use in 1926. According to Wikipedia. What they don't tell you is...: There are only two lanes … Continue reading Cross That Bridge When You Come To It
Hiked out of Timberline in the late afternoon on Sunday. It was cold and wet. Although not as bad as the storm which came through Friday night which lasted until near morning. Lightning, thunder, heavy rain. While hiking on, I tried to find the same spot I set up camp two years ago, but to … Continue reading The Current Finish Line
Here I am, again, at Timberline Lodge. This time I should be able to hike to Cascade Locks. Currently there are no fires blocking my way, like there was in 2017. This place is as awesome as it was 2 years ago. I've already had their breakfast buffet which is talked about up and down … Continue reading Déjà vu
I was soaking my feet in a snowmelt river staring up a valley at this mountain. What you can't see well, is the huge snow pile at the top of this ravine that's feeding this river. Glorious! (Supplement, Aug 4th)
Remember my last post about the camp spot I had? Well, one thing I didn't write about is about 8:30pm that night I heard a loud sound and a rushing. I peeked my head out and the cute little stream that wasn't flowing, and only had a tiny pool of water, started running and running … Continue reading Lava Fields and Burnt Forest
Everything is going great, now that I'm at a bit lower altitude. I have a bit of signal where I'm at so I thought I'd share my camp spot from last night. Camping under mountainsWoke up this morning with frost on the outside fly of my tent. When the sun rose, it melted the frost … Continue reading Super Quick Update…
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