morvasaaty/AppalachianTrail-LD-Hikers-Blogs-and-Weather-20-years huggingface dataset:
Date: 2011-08-18
From: Happy Hill Shelter, Vermont

To: Wintturi Shelter
Miles today: 21.0

8/18/2011Time: 8:54 p.m. DISTANCE TRAVELED: 20.4 + .6 = 21 miles. FROM/TO: Happy Hill Shelter & Campsite to Wintturi Shelter WEATHER: It was hot and humid with a light rain shower mid-afternoon. Then it was right back to being hot and humid. MEALS: I had oatmeal and a Snickers bar with water for breakfast. Later, I had a Reuben sandwich and chips with one liter of Pepsi for a snack. For lunch, I had a candy bar and a bag of Yogurt Trail Mix with tea. My next snack was just a liter of Kool-Aid. For dinner, I had one Lipton side and a package of Ramen noodles mixed together, with water to drink. ROAD/TRAIL CONDITIONS: The Trail and road were both in good condition. There were a lot of altitude changes, however, over the twenty miles today. SHELTER USED/SLEEPING QUARTERS: I¢m sleeping in my tent tonight. A bunch of nobo¢s had laid claim to the lean-to, and had been there most of the day. PEOPLE MET, HIKED WITH OR SEEN: I just hiked with myself. Zach and Achilles hiked together. ANIMALS SEEN: Today I saw toads, a salamander, birds, a dog and, of course, bugs. MONEY SPENT OR SAVED: I spent about $8 on my sandwich and drink today. MAIN CONCERN OF THE DAY: I was hell-bent on making 20 miles today. It was a hard 20 miles, and I earned every bit of it. SPECIAL NOTES: I think that 10 to 15 miles a day is all I really need to do. SUMMARY FOR THE DAY: I got everyone up at 7:00 a.m., and I headed out at 8:30. I stopped at a sandwich shop along the A.T. for a snack. I walked past the A.T. .3 of a mile due to poor markings, and then had to walk back. I walked all day, and it was a hard day. I got to the campsite around sundown and set up my tent as the sun was going down. I haven¢t seen Achilles or Zach, they haven¢t made it into camp yet. I hope they are OK. Well, off to read, then to sleep. TTFN
Date: 2011-08-19
From: Wintturi Shelter

To: Stony Brook Shelter
Miles today: 10.0
Weather: few clouds

8/19/2011Time: 7:09 p.m. DISTANCE TRAVELED: 10 miles FROM/TO: From Wintturi Shelter to Stony Brook Shelter. WEATHER: The first part of the day was hot and humid. After 3:00 p.m., we had a thunder storm with hail. When the storm passed, it became damp and cool. MEALS: I had oatmeal and a Power Bar for breakfast, with tea. I just drank water for my first break. For a lunch/snack, I had a Granola Bar, some Starburst candy, and Kool-Aid to drink. Then, for dinner, I had two packages of Lipton Broccoli & Cheese Sides, with water. Later, I snacked on another Power Bar. ROAD/TRAIL CONDITIONS: Today the trail was rolling hills, and it was muddy. I averaged 2 miles an hour. SHELTER USED/SLEEPING QUARTERS: I¢m sleeping in the Stony Brook Shelter. PEOPLE MET, HIKED WITH OR SEEN: I hiked by myself. At the shelter I met a guy called ¢Dirty.¢ Some others came in later. ANIMALS SEEN: All I saw today were birds, toads, dogs and chipmunks. MONEY SPENT OR SAVED: No money spent today. MAIN CONCERN OF THE DAY: I was fixed on getting to the shelter and resting. SPECIAL NOTES: I hope to be in a new state in eight or nine days. SUMMARY FOR THE DAY: Well, I got up late, and headed out to the next shelter. I got into my ¢hiker zone,¢ and took my breaks. It took me just under 5 hours to hike 10 miles - good time. I opened up a book for a few hours, and rested. Tomorrow, I¢ll hike into town for re-supply, and then head back out. It should be a 12 to 14 mile day, tomorrow. Well, the sunlight is almost gone, so it's off to bed for me. 'Night. Sweet dreams my friends.
Date: 2011-08-20
From: Stony Brook Shelter

To: Churchill Scott Shelter via Killington, VT.
Miles today: 15.8
Weather: clear sky

8/20/2011Time: 7:20 p.m. DISTANCE TRAVELED: 11.9 + 4.4 = 15.8 miles FROM/TO: I hiked from Stony Brook Shelter to Rte.4,and walked into Killington, VT, to re-supply, then I walked back to the A.T. and hiked to Churchill Scott Shelter. WEATHER: The weather was a little on the warm and humid side, but good for hiking for the most part. MEALS: I had oatmeal for breakfast, and a Balance Bar. For my first break, I had Kool-Aid and a candy bar; and for my second break, I had Kool-Aid and a Power Bar. For lunch, I had a cheeseburger, and macaroni salad, along with two Pepsi¢s and a family-size bag of Beef Jerky. I grabbed a liter and a half of Blue Gatorade for the walk back to the Trail, and I drank the rest of the Gatorade and ate a Yogurt Strawberry Health Bar when I got to the shelter. For dinner, I had a package of Ramen noodles, crushed and mixed with mashed potatoes. I had a few bites of peanut butter, too.  ROAD/TRAIL CONDITIONS: Walking on the road was hot and hard on my feet. It was a fast-moving, busy roadway. The Trail was very muddy, but fast and easy for me to move on. I was at the roadway before 11:30 a.m. after having left camp just before 8:00 a.m. SHELTER USED/SLEEPING QUARTERS: I¢m sleeping in the Churchill Scott Shelter tonight. PEOPLE MET, HIKED WITH OR SEEN: I hiked alone today, and passed some day-hikers. Today is Saturday, and I came across a wedding party, about 20 in the group, and the bride was walking out to see a waterfall. ANIMALS SEEN: All I saw today was bugs - just bugs. MONEY SPENT OR SAVED: I saved $4 by not taking the bus to Rutland and walking into Killington instead. I spent about $8 on my lunch and $85 on my re-supply. MAIN CONCERN OF THE DAY: I was not sure which town (Rutland or Killington) to go to, but either way, it needed to be fast. I chose Killington because I could walk in and out without any problems.  SPECIAL NOTES: I am excited that in eight days or less, I will be in my next State, and tomorrow or the next, I will have walked over 500 miles. Go Me!! :-)  SUMMARY FOR THE DAY: My alarm went off at 6:00 a.m. and I finally got moving at 7:00. I had to work around all the nobo¢s to get packed up and use the privy. I left camp around 8:00 a.m. I made great time, I think, averaging 212 miles an hour. I made it to Rte.4 about 11:30, walked into town, had lunch, got supplies, walked back and was back on the trail by 2:30 p.m. I arrived at the shelter around 3:30. I rested for about a half-hour; and talked to two nobo¢s, who had stopped to eat, for another hour. I called my mom and talked for some time, then I ate again and cleaned up my mess. I¢m writing now, well was, now I¢m going to read for a bit and then it¢s off to bed with me. Sleep well my friends.
Date: 2011-08-21
From: Churchill Scott Shelter via Killington, VT.

To: Minerva Hinchey Shelter
Miles today: 18.2
Weather: clear sky

8/21/2011Time: 6:16 p.m. DISTANCE TRAVELED: 18.2 miles FROM/TO: I hiked from Churchill Scott Shelter to Minerva Hinchey Shelter. WEATHER:  It was hot and muggy all day. Around 2:00 p.m. a thunderstorm rolled through, and another one hit around 6:00. MEALS:  I had sweet tea and oatmeal for breakfast. My first snack was a Granola Bar and water. For another snack I had water and a Power Bar. My lunch consisted of a Granola Bar, a Snickers bar, a Balance Bar, and water. I enjoyed a Coke left as trail magic at the 500-mile point. Then, for dinner, I mixed one package of beef flavored Ramen noodles with a Lipton Side of Noodles in Alfredo Sauce, and I drank water.  ROAD/TRAIL CONDITIONS: The trail was muddy, with rocks, roots and rolling hills. I crossed a few roads, but didn¢t walk on them long. SHELTER USED/SLEEPING QUARTERS:  I¢m staying in the Minerva Hinchey Shelter. Wow!! What a thunderstorm! I¢m glad I¢m inside! I feel bad for the people who pushed on. PEOPLE MET, HIKED WITH OR SEEN: I am still hiking alone. I¢m currently holed up in the shelter with a section hiker named Charlie. ANIMALS SEEN:  I have seen a few reddish brown lizards, about 2 inches long. And I saw some teenagers. MONEY SPENT OR SAVED:  I¢ve spent no money today. MAIN CONCERN OF THE DAY:  All I had on my mind today was distance and time. I pushed for what I thought was 20 miles, but it ended up being only 18.2 miles. Oh well! Still a good day, and I only got wet in one thunderstorm instead of two, which would¢ve happened if I had pushed for two more miles. SPECIAL NOTES:  I am thankful for the support of all the people who make trail magic. SUMMARY FOR THE DAY:  I got moving out of bed just before seven this morning. I ate and packed up quickly, and was hiking by 8:00 a.m. The trail seemed like it required more effort today, but my speed was still good. I pushed hard to get what I thought was 20 miles in. It turns out it was only 18.2, but I¢m happy with that. We had two thunderstorms today. One I was in, although I didn¢t get too wet, and when the other hit, I was at and in my shelter. I¢m glad, too, because it was a downpour! Well off to do some reading. I might finish The Way of the Peaceful Warrior, for the fourth time - but just once while I have been hiking. LOL   T.T.F.N.
Date: 2011-08-22
From: Minerva Hinchey Shelter

To: Peru Peak Shelter
Miles today: 20.2
Weather: light rain

8/22/11Time: 8:00 p.m. DISTANCE TRAVELED:  20.2 miles.  FROM/TO:  From Minerva Hinchey Shelter to PeruPeak Shelter WEATHER:  Today it was cool and mostly sunny, with scattered clouds. MEALS:  I ate cold oatmeal for breakfast, with water to drink. I had a Balance Bar and water for my first snack. When I stopped for lunch, I ate a Chewy Granola Bar, a Power Bar and a Balance Bar, and I drank water. For dinner I mixed shrimp flavored Ramen noodles with a Lipton Pasta Side of Cheddar & Broccoli macaroni. And I had water to drink.  ROAD/TRAIL CONDITIONS:  The trail was muddy, muddy, muddy, rocks & roots. And just because my mom jinxed me, a part of the trail was washed out. I had to ford a stream and a flooded pathway today. [Note from transcriber (a/k/a Cory¢s mom):  Try to alert the guy, and this is the thanks I get!! Sheesh! :-) ] SHELTER USED/SLEEPING QUARTERS:  I¢m sleeping in the Peru Peak Shelter. PEOPLE MET, HIKED WITH OR SEEN:  I started hiking alone, and then bumped into Treehugger. She is hiking the Long Trail.* We hike at about the same speed, and we talked as we went. It helped pass the time. ANIMALS SEEN: I¢ve seen a boatload of those little reddish-brown lizards, along with the usual bugs and birds. MONEY SPENT OR SAVED: I¢ve spent no money today. MAIN CONCERN OF THE DAY:  I wanted to shelter by a lake or pond so I could swim. It didn¢t happen. So I took a sponge bath. SPECIAL NOTES:  I took a few pictures today. SUMMARY FOR THE DAY:  I started out late on purpose so I wouldn¢t push too hard. Well, that didn¢t happen. I made it to the first shelter and had lunch. The next shelter was only two miles from a shelter that I thought had a pond nearby. Wrong. It was about 3:30 p.m., and only five miles to the next shelter. I thought it was by a lake, it was a little bigger, Treehugger was pushing there, and it added miles to my day. So I walked on. I don¢t feel too bad. I have gotten a lot stronger. Well, I want to read a bit so I¢m off.   * The Long Trail currently runs 272 miles through the state of Vermont. It starts at the Massachusetts border (near Williamstown, Mass.,) and continues north to the Canadian border (near North Troy, Vermont.) It runs along the main ridge of the Green Mountains, coinciding with the Appalachian Trail for 100 miles in southern Vermont.
Date: 2011-08-23
From: Peru Peak Shelter

To: Stratton Pond Shelter
Miles today: 20.8
Weather: broken clouds

8/23/2011Time: 7:10 p.m. DISTANCE TRAVELED: 20.8 miles FROM/TO:  Peru Peak Shelter to Stratton Pond Shelter WEATHER:  The weather was cool with mostly sunny skies. There were some clouds, but not many. MEALS:  I had 4 packets of instant oatmeal and a half-liter of Kool-Aid for breakfast. I had a candy bar for my first break and a Balance Bar for my second break, and I drank water with both. For lunch, I had two Granola Bars and a Power Bar, with water to drink. Then, for dinner, I had two packages of Cheddar Broccoli Rice, with Kool-Aid to drink. ROAD/TRAIL CONDITIONS: The trail was very muddy. Rocks, roots and lots of mud slowed progress. SHELTER USED/SLEEPING QUARTERS:  I¢m sleeping in the Stratton Pond Shelter tonight. PEOPLE MET, HIKED WITH OR SEEN:  I hiked with Tree Hugger all day. She¢s good company. ANIMALS SEEN:  I saw no animals to speak of. There are still lots of bugs, but you probably already know that. MONEY SPENT OR SAVED:  I¢ve spent no money today. MAIN CONCERN OF THE DAY:  Today my thoughts were on whether or not Tree Hugger and I would try for thirty miles. To do so, we would have to hike after dark. We also got a late start. We stopped at 20.8 miles, 10 miles short of what we thought we were going to hike. We both commented on the fact that we could have gotten three or four more miles in before it got too dark. SPECIAL NOTES:  I took lots of pic¢s today. Tomorrow, we are planning to get up early and trying to make 28 miles. SUMMARY FOR THE DAY:  Everyone at the shelter got up fairly late this morning as far as hikers go. It was cold. We didn¢t get started until abut 8:30 a.m. The trail was more challenging than was depicted by the maps. We worked hard for this 20.8 miles.  Tree Hugger and I walk at almost the same pace. My legs are a little longer, but she is a very strong hiker. Well, I¢ve eaten, and wrote in my log, so it¢s off to bed for me. I have a long day tomorrow. ¢Night to all.
Date: 2011-08-24
From: Stratton Pond Shelter

To: Melville Nauheim Shelter
Miles today: 27.8
Weather: overcast clouds

8/24/2011Time: 8:41 p.m. DISTANCE TRAVELED: 27.8 miles FROM/TO:  I hiked from the Stratton Pond Shelter to the Melville Nauheim Shelter. WEATHER:  It was cool and breezy today. Good hiking weather. MEALS:  I had four packages of instant oatmeal for breakfast, with a half-liter of Kool-Aid to drink. I packed two days of snacks for the high miles, so I had two Peanut Butter Granola Bars, two Balance Bars, and two Snickers candy bars. I drank over three liters of water throughout the day. For dinner, I had two Lipton Sides: chicken flavored rice, and garlic & butter noodles. I drank another liter of water with dinner. ROAD/TRAIL CONDITIONS:  The trail was very muddy, with rolling hills. The mud slowed us down. SHELTER USED/SLEEPING QUARTERS:  I¢m sleeping in the Melville Nauheim Shelter tonight. PEOPLE MET, HIKED WITH OR SEEN:  I hiked with Tree Hugger all day. We came across more people hiking the Long Trail than hiking the A.T. ANIMALS SEEN: Today I saw birds, toads, frogs, bugs, lizards, and homosapiens. MONEY SPENT OR SAVED:  I have spent no money today, but plan to tomorrow night. MAIN CONCERN OF THE DAY:  Today I was obsessed with making 28 miles. SPECIAL NOTES:  I walked 28 miles in less than 12 hours! SUMMARY FOR THE DAY:  My alarm went off at 5:45 am., and we slowly got ourselves going and our things together. Tree Hugger left by 7:00 a.m., and I left around 7:35, and we walked. I did catch up with her. We passed each other throughout the day, and we walked some together. I took a few photos, and we walked into camp within a half-hour of each other. It was a big day, and I am proud to say I can walk 28 miles in a day. We have 20 miles to walk tomorrow, and then Tree Hugger will be done with the Long Trail. I will take a day off in town, and she¢ll go home. It was fun to get to know Tree Hugger, and she is a pleasure to hike with. TTFN  ¢Nighty¢Night. :-)
Date: 2011-08-25
From: Melville Nauheim Shelter

To: Williamstown, Massachusetts
Miles today: 20.0

8/25/2011Time: DISTANCE TRAVELED: 20.0 miles FROM/TO: I hiked from Melville Nauheim Shelter in Vermont to Williamstown, Massachusetts. WEATHER:  The day started off oddly warm and overcast. Around 1:30, a cold rain began to fall, and it continued off and on for the rest of the day. MEALS:  I started the day with oatmeal, with Kool-Aid to drink. I had a Granola Bar for my first break, along with water to drink. I had a Power Bar for my second snack, also with water to drink. Later, I ate a candy bar. When we got into town, I ate a Buffalo Chicken Wrap, french fries, and chips & salsa, and drank water, a Pepsi and a glass of red wine. (Ah! The finer things.) :-) And later, in my room, I finished off two cans of Ravioli, and drank two more Pepsis.  ROAD/TRAIL CONDITIONS:  The trail was very muddy, but OK. The elevation changes were what was so hard. Nonetheless, it was still faster than Maine and New Hampshire. SHELTER USED/SLEEPING QUARTERS:  I got a room at a Howard Johnson in Williamstown, where I have a shower and a big soft bed! Yay Me!!! PEOPLE MET, HIKED WITH OR SEEN:  I hiked with Tree Hugger most of the day. Well, we played leap frog. ANIMALS SEEN:  I saw no animals worth speaking of. Late last night I heard a coyote howl. MONEY SPENT OR SAVED:     MAIN CONCERN OF THE DAY:  I was concerned about being there for Tree Hugger when she completed the Long Trail, and then about getting into town.  SPECIAL NOTES:   Desperados Fresh Mexican Grille, at 246 Main St., in Williamstown, MA, gives hikers a free meal. Thank you, Desperados.  SUMMARY FOR THE DAY:  I got up at 6:00 a.m., messed around for a while, and got out of camp about 7:45 a.m. I started walking, my left ankle screaming at me. First, a down hill section, and then uphill. This mountain goes almost straight up. It reminds me of Maine. Wow! The whole first part of the day was down-up, down-up. I finally caught up with Tree Hugger who had left camp at 6:30 a.m. My foot hurt, but we were making good time. We headed out to the next lean-to. Well, I was so absorbed in my thoughts and day-dreaming, that I walked right past the next shelter. I got to the Vermont/Massachusetts border, where the Long Trail ended for Tree Hugger, and waited for her. I took some photos of her and some for her. Then we headed out. When we got to town, we headed straight for food. After eating, I got a room and made some phone calls, and Tree Hugger met up with her ride home. I ate again, and now I¢m off to bed. ¢Night to all my friends.
Date: 2011-08-26
From: Williamstown, Massachusetts

To: Williamstown, Massachusetts
Miles today: 0.0

8/26/2011Time: 1:00 p.m. DISTANCE TRAVELED: 3 miles FROM/TO:  I hiked from Howard Johnson¢s in Williamstown to Cozy Corner Motel. WEATHER:  The weather was beautiful, sunny and warm. MEALS:  I had the Howard Johnson continental breakfast consisting of two bowls of Fruit Loops, two fruit Danish, and two glasses of orange juice. For lunch, I drank one liter of 2% milk and ate a spicy hot dog, macaroni with beef sauce, and two jelly doughnuts. I also drank a Pepsi with lunch. Later, I snacked on a candy bar and drank some water. For dinner, I had an 8 oz. steak, green beans, rice pilaf, and a slice of lemon cake for dessert. And I washed it all down with water and Coke. Later I finished off two small bags of Spice Drops and a liter of Ginger Ale. ROAD/TRAIL CONDITIONS:  I am about 4.5 miles from the Trail, so I presume it is the same weather and conditions there. The roads I have walked on today were all well-traveled. SHELTER USED/SLEEPING QUARTERS:  In preparation for the storm [Hurricane Irene] I am staying in town until Monday. PEOPLE MET, HIKED WITH OR SEEN:  I talked to a few people at the library today when I went to print-off some papers. I also talked to some people in town.   ANIMALS SEEN:  Saw no animals to speak of today. MONEY SPENT OR SAVED:  I have spent way too much today. The motel for three nights ran me $207.00. Laundry, food and supplies ran me another $70.00. Wow! It cost way too much to live in town. MAIN CONCERN OF THE DAY:  I had a few things on my mind today. One was getting my things clean, and the other was wether or not to stay a few days in anticipation of the hurricane coming up the coast. I found a laundromat and got my things clean, and my mom helped me find and a get a good motel rate over the Internet. She booked the room for me while I walked the two miles to get to it. I am on ¢lock-down¢ until Monday after the storm passes. SPECIAL NOTES:  I¢m not usually a person who can sit still and enjoy it. SUMMARY FOR THE DAY:  I woke up about 6:30 a.m., and tuned into the weather channel to check on the hurricane. I then went on to see if Howard Johnson¢s could/would give me a discount to stay the weekend. The answer was ¢No!¢ So I contacted my mom, ate breakfast, and asked about other places to stay and where a laundromat could be found. I walked to the laundromat and washed everything I own right now. It only took a few hours. Then I walked to the outfitters here in town and picked up a better A.T. data book. Then I had to walk two miles to the motel. I stopped at a gas station to get some food, and I signed in at the motel and settled into my room. I took a nap before walking over to the restaurant in front of the motel where I ate. After dinner, I grabbed some junk food at the gas station for later, and returned to my room for the night. I fell asleep around 9:30 p.m. I wrote this on August 27th for yesterday. :-) TTFN.
Date: 2011-08-27
From: Williamstown, Massachusetts

To: Williamstown, Massachusetts
Miles today: 0.0

8/27/2011Time: 9:00 p.m. DISTANCE TRAVELED:  3 miles FROM/TO:  I walked from my motel room to the library, then to the bank, then on to the post office, and back to my room. WEATHER:  It was beautiful all day until around 6:00 when it started raining. MEALS:  I had a continental breakfast of Fruit Loops, two fruit Danish, and apple juice. I had Subway for lunch, and an Hawaiian Pizza for dinner. I drank soft drinks with both lunch and dinner. ROAD/TRAIL CONDITIONS:   What Trail??? SHELTER USED/SLEEPING QUARTERS:  I¢m still in Williamstown, Massachusetts at the ¢Comfy¢ Corner motel (a/k/a the Bates Motel.) I¢m the only guest!  PEOPLE MET, HIKED WITH OR SEEN:  Took a walk but I hiked nowhere. ANIMALS SEEN:  I haven¢t seen any animals at all. MONEY SPENT OR SAVED:  I have spent too much . . . printing, mail, food . . . $50.00. MAIN CONCERN OF THE DAY:  My concern today was getting back on the A.T.! SPECIAL NOTES:  Ah . . . Get me outta here!!! SUMMARY FOR THE DAY:  I did nothing!! Ugh!!
Date: 2011-08-28
From: Williamstown, Massachusetts

To: Williamstown, Massachusetts
Miles today: 0.0

8/28/2011Time: 9:29 p.m. DISTANCE TRAVELED:  Nada. FROM/TO:  Didn¢t go anywhere at all. WEATHER:  It was like a tropical storm outside - - blustery and raining hard. MEALS:  I had two Danish and apple juice for breakfast. For lunch, I ordered Chinese - shrimp rolls, a salmon bowl, and a dish called ¢Buddha Jumped Over the Wall,¢ and a soft drink. For dinner I ordered a Buffalo Chicken Calzone and soft drinks. ROAD/TRAIL CONDITIONS:  Is there still a Trail?? SHELTER USED/SLEEPING QUARTERS:  I¢m still at the Bates Motel. PEOPLE MET, HIKED WITH OR SEEN:  I met no one. I was stuck in this hole all day. ANIMALS SEEN: No animals seen today unless you count the ones I saw swimming by. MONEY SPENT OR SAVED:  I had to buy food today - to the tune of $50. MAIN CONCERN OF THE DAY:  Getting back on the Trail was on my mind all day. SPECIAL NOTES:  If the picnic tables out back start floating away - I¢m outta here . . . tropical storm or not! SUMMARY FOR THE DAY:  I did nothing again today!