Miles Hiked: 20.0
Total Miles: 106.0
Hard but eventful day today. Hiked with Pilot all day and ran into some awesome people. First we met a guy named The Flying Dutchman who had us in stitches. Would have been entertaining to hike with him, but he is going north. Also met a guy who was trail running the whole AT. When we passed him it was his 66th day. He told us that the AT is 90% mental and the other 10% is mental too. He also said to never feel like you’ve accomplished anything on the trail until it is over, because there is always more trail to cover. It makes sense, but I feel like the small personal victories are important to acknowledge. You have to give yourself credit when credit is due sometimes. We also passed a NOBO thru hiker called “girl with 4 dogs”, who was hiking the entire trail with 4 dogs. It was crazy seeing them all on a leash following her with their little packs around their bellies. Also ran into Marlboro Man and Witchdoctor. Marlboro man fell on White Cap Mountain and most likely suffered a concussion. I hope he is doing alright. Camping near Wilson Valley Lean To in the hammock with Pilot nearby in her tent. Excited to be down with the 100 mile wilderness tomorrow, take a shower, do laundry, and eat a bacon cheeseburger.
