Year: 2023

• AT 130: Little Rock Pond

  

  Left the Green Mountain House, where Chief and Jeff had flying the German flag for me today. Probably the most well run hostel so far. Air seems to be hazy today. Made our way up Styles Peak. Turmeric has done this section southbound last year, which gives us a little local knowledge of the trail…

• AT 129: Bromley Mountain

  

  Day started windy and wet, but the mud was not as bad as the few hours of rain tonight made it out to be. Crossed Vermont Route 11/30, where we got nice trail magic. Climbed Bromley, which was a relaxed 1500 foot climb without mud. On top we got into the open warming hut for…

• AT 128: Fresh Mud

  

  Started raining at 6:30 and did so for 2 hours. Waited in the shelter for it to stop, then headed out. With fresh mud under/all around our feet the day was a long one. Climbed Stratton Mountain just in time to see some bad weather moving in; decided to move on real quick. Got overtaken…

• AT 127: Long Trail Miles

  

  Did 17 miles to Story Spring Shelter. Trail got a little less muddy, weather was ideal for hiking. No rain, no sun, cool enough that you need a jacket when stopping. No mosquitoes as well. Were able to have lunch and a afternoon break at shelters, which are much more frequent along the Long Trail.…

• AT 126: Repacking Stuff

  

  Buckeye is feeling better, so we decided to leave the car at Pokey’s, who offered his garage for a few weeks. Got all the resupply items out of the car, repackaged everything, and shipped it either ahead or back to Utah. Got a late breakfast at 1:30 PM (large pancakes, Vermont Maple Syrup, omelet, potatoes,…