PCT SOBO DAY 76 – preparing for cold weather

Day 76

Home: Earth Road, Mile 1452.3

Final: Stealthsite, Mile 1471.2

Miles traveled: 18.9 miles

City day! A bit. Today I would arrive in Sierra City, where the team would pick up for the cold for the mountains. Upon waking, a part of me wanted to have my warm clothes. While I sat, I could see my breath floating in the air in front of me. It was cold !!

After packing, I started the descent to Sierra City. When the sun came out in the sky, the cold morning became warmer, which forced me to take away some layers just one mile from my walk. The descent was long and a little tedious, but finally managed to get down.

Once there, he had two options: walking a couple of miles to the city or waiting for finger. I decided to take a 20 -minute snack and make horsetop at the same time. As it was a short walk, it was not worth waiting for more to take a walk. When I gave my last bite, I had not yet got me to take me, so it was walking.

Just 3 minutes after walking along the road, a car that had advanced me returned and offered to take me. Sweet! In a short time I was in the small town of Sierra City, where my first goal was to locate my package. I found it in the general store and bought the last small boat of fuel on the shelves because I was running out. I wanted to get it quickly as I would be in trouble without him.

The general store had a lateral area enabled for hikers. Complete with a cargo station, a picnic table and a garbage can bear, it was the perfect configuration. With a little free time before lunch, I ordered my refueling, I discovered what I wanted to send by mail and then sent the package from the post office that was just two doors below.

With all my complete matters, it was time to eat! Without many options in the city, I chose the Moose Cafe for lunch and did not disappoint me! The hamburger was delicious and talked for a while with the owner about business and life in Sierra City. I alarmed when I saw a report on a wolf killing cattle in the local newspaper, but said that there were already around 70 cases of wolves attacks only this year. Wow! There is a lot of local drama to learn if you talk to the right people.

Well fed and replenished, it was time to leave. After a few minutes downloading last minute podcasts, I returned to the road. The afternoon was cloudy and cold. I knew I would appreciate my warm clothes tonight! After a brief climb, I found myself in a timber area that had been almost clear. It seemed that there was still some planned logging action, but everything was silent while walking there.

My destination to spend the night was a forest service camp, but when I got there, all the places were reserved. Damned. I took some water and used the bathroom (I had toilets with real cistern!) And then made the short walk back to the path. Anyway, there were many people and noises in the camp, so I would probably be happier with the peace that the path gave me.

Just when he reached the path, a woman spent in her scooter.

«We saw you in the camp. My husband and I have space and food on our site if you want to join.»

The offer was very tempting. I hated to reject food and generosity, but at that time I was tired and was not humorous to socialize. I just wanted to get into my store.

«Thank you very much, but I’m fine for tonight. I appreciate the offer!»

For everyone who offers things to hikers, you don’t feel bad if we reject them. Sometimes we are simply a little tired. Still generous with hikers because, most of the time, they will accept the offer.

I quickly found a flat and quiet place and settled with my new warm clothes. I felt so good to relax in my air mattress. After dinner, I quickly finished my night tasks and went directly to sleep.

And that is a day in the life of a hiker PCT Sobo!

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