Journal 129-ODYSSEY 2021: Bama to Baxter-Hike On!
Sponsors Journals Itinerary Gear List Monday–June 28, 2021Trail Day–129Trail Mile–-9.6/1,448.1Location–Weverton Cliffs Trailhead, then to Holiday Inn Express, Brunswick, AT Mile 1,029.4 The bunk room at Cross Trails Hostel, quiet, and my lower bunk in the corner, very comfortable. I slept well. Being the early riser, I get coffee going […]
Journal 128-ODYSSEY 2021: Bama to Baxter-Hike On!
Sponsors Journals Itinerary Gear List Sunday–June 27, 2021Trail Day–128Trail Mile–-13.6/1,438.5Location–Keys Gap, then to Cross Trails Hostel, Brandt Peak Freak Kindness, Manager, Knoxville, Maryland, AT Mile 1,019.8 A whirlwind evening–a visit to the old Bears Den Hostel, then supper at nearby Horseshoe Curve Restaurant, then to Knoxville where I […]
Journal 127-ODYSSEY 2021: Bama to Baxter-Hike On!
Sponsors Journals Itinerary Gear List Saturday–June 26, 2021Trail Day–127Trail Mile–-14.0/1,424.9Location–Snickers Gap, then to Motel 6, Front Royal, AT Mile 1006.2 Quiet neighborhood, pleasant night in the old historic house in Scrabble. Another fine hiker breakfast prepared by Chris. No rush, but we’re moving, headed back to Blue Ridge Mountain […]
Journal 126-ODYSSEY 2021: Bama to Baxter-Hike On!
Sponsors Journals Itinerary Gear List Friday–June 25, 2021Trail Day–126Trail Mile–-14.0/1,410.9Location–Blue Ridge Mountain Road, then to VRBO – George Washington Hollida House, Scrabble Historic District, Shepherd’s Cove, West Virginia, AT Mile 1006.2 The day starts at five; another heaping plate of food prepared by Chris, fried steak & eggs. I’m […]
Journal 125-ODYSSEY 2021: Bama to Baxter-Hike On!
Sponsors Journals Itinerary Gear List Thursday–June 24, 2021Trail Day–125Trail Mile–-15.7/1,397.1 (corrected)Location–Fiery Run Road, Front Royal, then to VRBO, Luray, AT Mile 978.4 The vacation rental by owner (VRBO) near Luray, which Chris Kent and his family have rented, is a lovely home near South Fork, Shenandoah River. Very spacious, […]
Journal 124-ODYSSEY 2021: Bama to Baxter-Hike On!
Sponsors Journals Itinerary Gear List Wednesday–June 23, 2021Trail Day–124Trail Mile–-13.6/1,367.1Location–VRBO, Luray, AT Mile 962.7 Though scores of thru northbounders have passed me, there are apparently many more still nearby or behind. Alison has been the busiest ever, taking hikers in, shuttling them. We’re fortunate to have gotten a room […]
Journal 123-ODYSSEY 2021: Bama to Baxter-Hike On!
Sponsors Journals Itinerary Gear List Tuesday–June 22, 2021Trail Day–123Trail Mile–-14.9/1,353.5Location–Neighbor Mountain Trailhead, Skyline Drive, then to Open Arms Hostel & Inn, Alison Coltrane, Proprietor, (Edge of Town) Luray, AT Mile 949.1 I just love these old places, like Open Arms Hostel & Inn, Luray. Mid 20th Century two-story house, […]
Journal 122-ODYSSEY 2021: Bama to Baxter-Hike On!
Sponsors Journals Itinerary Gear List Monday–June 21, 2021Trail Day–122Trail Mile–-14.9/1,353.5Location–Skyland Road North, Skyline Drive, then to Open Arms Hostel & Inn, Alison Coltrane, Proprietor, (Edge of Town) Luray, AT Mile 934.9 Two not so fun times today. First, saying farewell to T-Bone Walker right away this morning. He must […]
Journal 121-ODYSSEY 2021: Bama to Baxter-Hike On!
Sponsors Journals Itinerary Gear List Sunday–June 20, 2021Trail Day–121Trail Mile–-14.8/1,338.6Location–Bearfence Parking Area, Skyline Drive, then to Airbnb, Stanardsville, AT Mile 920.0 Barry Riddle has come to support me again; he’s driven all the way from Prattville, Alabama, arriving late yesterday. Tulip prepared a fine meal for us, and after, […]
Journal 120-ODYSSEY 2021: Bama to Baxter-Hike On!
Sponsors Journals Itinerary Gear List Saturday–June 19, 2021Trail Day–120Trail Mile–-14.9/1,323.8Location–Smith Roach Gap, then to Airbnb, Stanardsville, AT Mile 905.2 The Airbnb cabin we’re staying in has a bathtub. Oh yes, filled it with the hottest water I could stand, then soaked my old bones for the longest time. This […]