298.3 down, 1887 to go
We got an early start today and enjoyed a leasiurely 6.9 mile hike into Gorham. Two peaks and some downhill, not bad. Such a sunny, perfect day!
We got picked up by the kind folks at White Birches Camping Park. We showered and did laundry, washed our sleeping bags, as they weren't as fresh after a month.
We sent our filter back and got our Sawyer Squeeze in the mail. We are excited to use it. It takes so much less time than pump filtering and only weighs .3 ounces!
We stocked up on food for the Whites at Wal-Mart. It was nice not to pay ridiculous small town convenience store prices! We are hoping to get work for stay at the huts in the Whites. There are about 8 huts in the Whites, the rest of the time there are shelters to stay in, but since the Whites are such a popular tourist attraction, you have to pay to stay ($8 per person). Hence the reason people call AMC the Appalachian Money Club. We might end up stealthing if we see some good sights.
Enjoying fresh food and lounging around. This hostel also has a RV park, so showers are only 25 cents for 5 minutes. There is a bounce house and a merry-go-round that we had some fun on.
Heading out into the Whites tomorrow. Planning on 7-8 days and hoping for good weather (the Whites are infamously windy.) Almost to the 300 mile mark! Slowly but surely. We are excited to start picking up the space after New Hampshire.
The Sawyer Squeeze. The filter itself is the black part. The bag on the end can be removed and the filter will screw on to a water bottle, to hold the unfiltered water. Can be squeezed into mouth, bladder, bottle or container.
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So great to get caught up!! One down, thirteen to go. Couldn't be more proud of you!
ReplyDeleteYou will be going they rattle river where dad and I hiked after we dropped you off in Maine. We were so excited to hike part of the trail we knew you would be hiking.
ReplyDeleteWe are enjoying following your adventure thru this blog. Thank you for writing.
We love you
Mom and Dad
Mt. Washington, here you come! Dave and I hiked up Tuckerman's Ravine when we were dating in 1978! I have not been to the top since then. Home of the world's worst weather! We will be in NH the end of September so I will have to keep an eye on your progress!
ReplyDeleteGood going guys! I had three "Nutty Ethans" on the trail since we parted (used an Almond Snickers) - they are AWESOME!!! Heading back to the trail tonight (8/15). Be well and let it come to you...the trail provides! Unitic
ReplyDeleteIt is fun to keep up with you and reminds us to pray for you. Any idea where your next stop will be to send you a package?
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