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Got up early and got out of camp. Nice view of the lake in the morning. Planned for a long day and did just shy of 20 miles. Having set the goal of Hanover for Thursday evening helps putting in the miles. Stopped at the Governor Clement Shelter after two late creek crossings and a

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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

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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

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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

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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.

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