Gaps, Balds, and New Boots

Stats: Monday night 3/28, MM 137.3

(67.7 miles this week, 146.1 total miles)

One of the most often photographed trees on the AT, at Bly Gap

Another week down, only about 24 more to go (give or take). Bald Eagle, Moondog, and I continue to hike together. Last week some of Bald Eagle's family joined us for a few days.

The First Eight Days

Stats: Monday night 3/21, MM 69.6

(54.7 miles this week, 78.4 total miles)

At the official hike start, Springer Mountain
(4:30PM first day, hiked from Amicalola Falls)

The first day (after Mary left) my goal was to get to the first shelter on the trail, right past the start.

Rain, Starting Out, and 600 Steps

Stats: Monday night, MM 14.9 (23.7 total miles)

Can't believe it - the start day finally got here! After a last minute backpack change and repacking it twice, Mary and I headed out for Georgia.

Six Days and Counting

I’m excited! As I think about what I’m about to do, I still can’t believe I’m doing it.