I reached 50 miles. The first few miles today went well. As the day wore on, my legs and hips started hurting again and the day got hot. I guess that is to be expected. Unfortunately, after 50 miles of hiking on the trail I decided to stop. I’m getting tired of sitting on the […]
I’m at 38 miles from the start, just two miles short of hobart bluff Today was a little easier. I just have to remember that I don’t have to do a min number of miles. I just walk until I’m tired, rest (maybe for an hour) and walk some more if I feel like it. […]
I took advantage of all the rest I could get at Callahan’s Lodge and am continuing on (8:00 am). It is a little overcast this morning but will likely heat up later on. When it gets hot or I get too tired, I will stop for the day. I think I’ll work my way up […]
I made it to Callahan’s Lodge about 13 miles today. I feel beat up, took some ibuprophen, but the muscles in my shoulders still hurt from carrying that 40 pound pack. All the hikers I meet are very kind and understanding. One in particular told me he could only hike 10 miles a day for […]
Rough day yesterday and a rough night last night. My 65 yo body is having a tough time adjusting. Thanks for all your prayers and support. It encourages me far more than I ever thought it would.
According to Halfmile’s PCT, I am at mile 1703. I walked 4 miles yesterday and 10 miles today. I wanted to do more, but I stopped hiking around one o’clock. My body is having a tough time with this. There’s no cell service here, so I will have to post it later. Tomorrow, I’d like […]
This morning I had breakfast with Mary Jane and Aaron in Eugene. Then Aaron drove me to the California/Oregon border. We got a little turned around on the back roads but finally made it. Now I’m about three miles into the hike. I’ll do another mile or two then find a place to stop for […]
Today is the final day of preparation. I’m trying to finish up some chores around the house and get all my stuff into my backpack. This could be a challenge.