Preparing to Head Out

I've been waiting for so long, can't believe I'm only four weeks from my start date!

I have all my basic equipment, I think. And it's been COLD here so I'm testing out my cold weather gear. The Smokies could be cold and snowy, even in early April when I get there.

I'm dehydrating fruit snacks, and packaging up freeze-dried meals for Mary to send to me at post offices along the way. And I'm planning my first day of hiking.

Not sure how long I can hike each day, I'll just have to see how it goes and take it one day at a time. My goal is to finish before the snow hits Mt. Katahdin (by mid-September).

If anyone has done the hike, I'd love to hear any last minute tips you have to share.

Thanks, all...I'll be in touch every week.