The rigors of hiking through the Mahoosuc Notch and the proud satisfaction of completing the state of Maine gifted me a high level of confidence that I can complete this hike of the AT all the way to Georgia. In Maine I experienced broken gear, lost items, slips, falls, scrapes, scratches, screams and the realization that any step, if not made carefully on the bouldery terrain, could end it in a lonely cry among the trees. There are no guarantees, but I will be one with trail as far as I am fortunate to continue while appreciating the opportunity to thru-hike this National Scenic Trail.
After my previous post I hiked one day in cold, rainy weather and another on a warm day that ended in the small town of Gorham, New Hampshire. I soaked my cuts and scrapes in a hot bath, ate wonderful Italian food and sent my two-pound bear cannister home. I look forward to hiking the White Mountains where my campsites will have food storage boxes available to me. The lighter pack weight will be helpful in high places which include Mt. Washington (6,288′).
No more words…the photos will tell the story of my first-ever entry into New Hampshire! Greg in Wild hikes on!
Cuts, scrapes and screams? Ouchy! Onward and upward, Roger. What a grand adventure.
Looks like you just finished a rough rugby match with all the wounds! I hear Mt. Washington stories and now will be interested in hearing yours!
Congratulations, Roger! Getting through Maine probably does feel good.