9/13/12 – 2022 miles
Yesterday was one of those initiation back to full pack days. I was way overstocked on food. I think I was still a little paranoid from almost running out on our last section. We are planning on three easy days into Katatunk so food should.not be a problem.
We hiked ten miles to a campsite called Safford Notch and called it a day. Even though it was only 3:30 when we made the campground, everyone was tired and ready to stop. We had climbed a couple of prominent peaks in the Bigelow Range that were quite challenging.
It was kind of nice to have extra time to set up camp. Usually, we are running out of daylight as the days get shorter and we find ourselves fixing dinner with the light of our headlamps. We actually had time to sit and rest before dinner.
After we ate I was surprised by Kleenex as she brought out a chocolate chip muffin while holding her lighter beside it. They all sang happy birthday to me and I blew out her lighter while secretly making a wish. Kleenex had packed muffins for everyone – not easy and very generous of her – and we all enjoyed a nice treat. It was very special and a birthday I will always remember.
Tonight we are camped by Carry Pond. We met a nice man by the name of Jerry Chase that offered us a spot to pitch our tents by a boat launch. Not only did he find us a place to stay, he also brought drinks and goodies for us to eat. This lake is very beautiful, as is all of Maine, and we listened to Loons as we ate our dinner
Every time I read a new blog, I wonder when the next one will arrive, wondering if you will have any connections during your “hundred mile forced march?. We knew about your birthday “cake”; that was one of the nicest things which could have happened. Tell Kleenex thanks from all of us.
We are enjoying seeing Karen. She is rushing around like a whirl wind trying to see everyone in a short time. They were going swimming this PM at Brian and Carrie’s. I have already seen her twice, so feel privileged!