I'm in Damascus, VA, where the Library lets hikers get online for an hour at a time and for free. I've learned a lot about lightening the load on my back. I've also purchased some new, lighter equipment.
But that's not all. I also know what exercises I need to work on to get into shape for a Thru Hike next year and how many "personal" pounds I hope to lose between now and then.
I'm toying with starting somewhere North of Georgia, hiking to Katahdin and then hiking South from where ever I start. Traditionally it's a No-Bo (NorthBound from Springer Mountain, Georgia to Katahdin in Baxter State Park in Maine) or a So-Bo (just the opposite). Never, since I've been retired, have I been one for "tradition." I was rarely one for traditions when I was employed. Truth be told.
Suggestions of where I should start my Thru Hike?
More on the shake down hike later. My hour at the Damascus Library is nearly up.
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