I started hiking at 8:45 am. It must have been in the low 30's overnight and was chilly starting out this morning.
At 11:00 I came to Cooper Gap. There was a clearing next to a gravel road. I saw 5 one-gallon jugs of water setting by a tree. There was a lady and man at a car there offering the water and beef sticks to the 6 hikers that had stopped there.
I met a guy from Bellfountain Ohio. He is a retired police officer. Hopefully I'll see him up the trail. He seemed like a good guy. I met a lady named Nax and her dog Capt Nemo. They are from Alaska. All are thru hikers.
Time to eat!
I'll sleep good tonight.
Jeff,
ReplyDeleteI still think your crazy...but this is really cool. Thanks for the update and the cool pic's.
Stay Safe!
Donnie Schilling
It sounds like you're off to a great start, Dad!! I am enjoying following along! I love that you are recording everything so thoroughly... miles, times, etc. Miss you already!
ReplyDeleteMr. Smith,
ReplyDeleteKeep on walking. I can't believe you are sleeping outside. That is crazy. It is cold.
Your friend,
Braden Matsudo
Awesome to see you're off to a great start! Will be following...
ReplyDeleteRindy
Great start. I will be following your progress as this is something I am thinking about doing as well.
ReplyDeleteLove the alcohol stove that I assume is inside that windscreen. Carry on!
ReplyDelete- ZuperDave