Day 6 (June 30th)

Day six on the AT was another interesting one. Made another 13 miles today. Climbed some challenging peaks; sat in a ski-lift chair at the top of a slope; was the recipient of trail magic; and met a talented hiker dog.

About half way through the day, I came across a grocery sack alongside the trail. It was full of goodies:
crackers, nuts, smokies, and a 20 oz lager! And It had my name on it! Jim, Kim, and Kay had placed it there after they left me on day five. What a treat, and no one else had disturbed it. Ate it all.

Met a Connecticut teacher and his dog on the trail, too. Smart dog: seems that when he has to take a crap, he paws at his master. That's the signal to get the trowel and head to the woods so dog can do his business and master can bury it according to camping etiquette. Sounds like a lot of crap, but I witnessed the whole thing happen as I was discussing Connecticut Public Education with the guy. Dog had his own back pack, too.

Stealth camping at the top of a Vermont Mountain (Styles Peak) tonight. That way, I can start tomorrow off going downhill. It's been a great day. Take care.