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8/8/08

DAY 102: Thurs., Aug 7, 35.5 mi.: TOTAL 2191.1





Hit the trail this morning at 5:50 am - day hiking from the PCT trailhead at Bridge of the Gods, Hwy. 14: Coordinates: 45 deg 19’203” N, 121 deg 52’638” W. The climb out of the Gorge was not as difficult as I expected. I got to Wind River bridge crossing around 4:30 pm. Shirley was there waiting for me. She had fried chicken and a large order of home fries ready for me to chow down on. I am always ready to eat after a day of hiking. And, I seem to crave cold milk on this hike more than I ever did when I hiked the Appalachian Trail back in 1999. There is nothing like a cold quart of milk at the end of a trekking day.
Three section hikers were also at the bridge: Hansel, Gretle and Lars. (Photo #1) It was great talking with them about their hikes over the years. The PCT truely is a remarkable trail, one that can be enjoyed by many different types of people and free-spirited hikers. I have had numerous conversations with 'friendly folk' along the trail and some unique individuals as well. Today I met a man with 5 suitcases, a backpack and a 5 gal. plastic 'jerry' can. He was carrying one case at a time down the PCT, going back and forth to haul his belongings down the trail. The large bags were 60 to 70 lbs. I talked with him awhile and then passed on by. I don't know this man's background, but will keep him in my thoughts and prayers.
Staying at Panther Lake Campground this night with my sweetheart. It has been a wonderful PCT day.
Keep hiking,
Greybeard

2 comments:

Anonymous said...

Hansel and Gretle? Are you sure your on the right trail Carl?

Anonymous said...

yeah, if you see a little house made of candy RUN AWAY!