Central and I are at home in Pennsylvania, about to return to the path after haircuts, replenish and complete several «things of the home.» We headed north from Duncannon later this morning.
We came up with the idea of putting together a «10 best» list of the elements that seemed more important or central (without words play) of our first half of our trail excursion of the Appalaches. No, we are not the best hikers, and we learn new things every week, replacing bad habits. But things are filtered to the top over time, and we think with more than 1,000 miles under our feet, we could have some valuable ideas (and gave us something to talk about in many shelters and camps!). Some of these are «how to do» ideas, and others are observations.
So, here are our ten main main lessons learned at the midpoint:
1. The trail of the Apalaches is a national treasure. We have sincerely enjoyed our experiences along the way. You need sound protection and management. Thanks to those offered as volunteers and have careers taking care of the AT.
2. Starting slowly on the walk was intelligent: we believe he avoided injuries. We walk with community loads before starting, and we work up to 60 miles weeks per week. Build and up to 100 miles per week, if that is your goal.
3. Tennessee needs private: a sign that indicates «bath area» and the provision of an oxidized shovel is totally insufficient. And this does not follow without a trace (you know, beginning 3, «discard the waste correctly»). The hidden land mines of poop, many insufficiently deep due to roots and rocks, is not the best, «adequate» form of treating waste. Come on, Tennessee, let’s go with the program!
4. All forms and sizes of people are here, not only 20 and 60. All deserve possibilities of telling their stories and sharing their objectives, and being valued and respected. Leave contemporary values about appearances (and smells) at home, open its opening and enjoy the company!
5. Walking at your own pace is good, but there are some walks that you must do with your hiking partners.
6. Easy in a shelter for a nero sleeping in a nearby shelter.
7. A zero day in a hostel in the city could be an event of $ 100. The question is not whether it can pay it, but your body or morals needs it. Even so, sometimes half a day in a city, with a shower and a meal of diner or two, you can make a big difference. Know yourself and what you need.
8. The path is more challenging than any of us realized. A mile is a mile, regardless of the weather or weight of the package. Always respect the path.
9. The path is not your enemy, it is your partner. Appreciate, respect and enjoy it. Learn from him.
10. We were surprised how the central shelters in our Jave have been. The variety and quality of the facilities, the help of the staff and the friendships we have developed have been important. While we have not been consistent, we are trying to include advice for hostel workers, taking into account the support they provide. I thought if your resources allow it!
That is the wisdom of a couple of retirees. And despite the serious or reflective tone, he needs some photos of things along the way. So I have included some photos of our Roan Mountain segment, to Damascus, VA, where we went down last week, since that was our stop point in our portion to the south that ended at the end of April.
It should be noted that Tennessee cows obviously have a different language from their Pennsylvania cousins. I don’t get an answer. I’m still unimaging in my goals in Moo!
This is a short blog when we go out soon, and my phone is a bit buggy this morning. Be well, everything, and enjoy your walks and excursions, wherever they are and regardless of the length or difficulty. Hogmaw out.
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