Sodak's Appalachian Trail Journal: Day 30 (July 24)

Friday, July 25, 2014

Day 30 (July 24)

Today was a big day of hiking: sixteen miles in Maine. We started with a shuttle ride back to the trail head from the B&B ladies. Ilene at Pinecrest B&B has devloped quite a business centered around thru-hikers. She gives them the run of her house, yet everything runs smoothly. Great place to stay.

Starting the day at Grafton Notch, I climbed Baldpate Mountain and Wyman Mountain. These were pretty tame mountains compared to what I've been doing. I am in the tent tonight at a place called Hall Mountain Lean To. I've been hiking the last two days with a retired cop from Daytona Beach, FL named Grouch. Great guy. About my age, but much faster hiker. No rain today; beautiful for hiking Maine.

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UnknownJuly 25, 2014 at 6:07 PM
Bahn, So glad to hear you made it through New Hampshire! That was a major accomplishment! The photos are great! You are an inspiration! Walk on!!!
Kim
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UnknownJuly 27, 2014 at 5:13 PM
Greetings! We're enjoying reading your posts and seeing your pictures. We just returned from Bix - nearly 20,000 runners! Next year, we want you there too. So proud of your accomplishments - you look great. Best wishes.
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About Sodak

I have attempted and successfully completed many physical challenges over the years, including marathons, cross country bicycle trips, and hundred mile plus hikes. My interest has evolved into a desire to thru-hike the Appalachian Trail (AT), a 2,100-mile trek over rough terrain along 14 eastern states.

I plan to document the experience and its effects on me and others, exploring how the experience of thru-hiking -- i.e. continuously hiking to complete a trail in a single season -- creates opportunities for self-discovery and learning. The field notes will ultimately form the data for a qualitative study and dissertation for a doctorate in Educational Leadership from the University of St. Thomas.