morvasaaty/AppalachianTrail-LD-Hikers-Blogs-and-Weather-20-years huggingface dataset:
Date: 2006-09-16
From: Baldpate Lean-to

To: Hall Mtn. Lean-to
Miles today: 14.0

****Updates will be sporadic as cell signals are available*****Morning weather: CloudyTemp.: 48Breakfast: Oatmeal, Breakfast barStarted hiking @ 7:40amLunch: snacksTrail description: 1200' elevation gain right out of the sleeping bag from the Lean-to to East Peak of Baldpate Mtn. Wet in the morning made it a little diffucult, but praise the Lord the sun came out in the afternoon and dried things up a little bit and the hiking was a little more pleasant.People: Fireman went into town for a maildrop. Skywalker & Jericho on the trail together. We did see several northbounders slackpacking south today.Animals: none Afternoon weather: Sunny & 60 degreesFinished hiking @ 5:40pmDinner: Roman, mashed potatoes, tuna and tea.Praises & thoughts: Let the name of the Lord be praised for His love, grace and mercy.Other info: Glad to be in Maine, closer to Katahdin and closer to home and my wife( I miss her bunches)Link to Progress Map
Date: 2006-09-17
From: Hall Mtn. Lean-to

To: Bemis Mtn Lean-to
Miles today: 12.8
Weather: clear sky

Morning weather: sunnyTemp.: 50Breakfast: 4 breakfast barsStarted hiking @ 7:35amLunch: all kinds of snacksTrail description: We had a 1515' drop in elevation out of the shelter, then we had a steep 1280' elevation gain up Moody Mtn. We then went down to South Arm Road and jumped 2200' in elevation up Old Blue. We bounced up & down a few more times till we got to the Lean-to.People: Jesus, Skywalker & JerichoAnimals: noneAfternoon weather: sunny & 65 degreesFinished hiking @ 5:45pmDinner: Roman, mashed potatoes & tunaPraises & thoughts: I praise the Lord for helping me through a very difficult day. My back went out this morning & I was in a lot of pain today.
Date: 2006-09-18
From: Bemis Mtn Lean-to

To: Maine Rt. 4, Rangeley
Miles today: 17.7

Slept in: Gull Pond LodgeMorning weather: SunnyTemp.: 58Breakfast: Oatmeal, Pop tart, teaStarted hiking @ 7:05amLunch: SnacksTrail description: We bounced up & down all day long with a lot of mud & tree roots to dance around. We had a great view of Maine and the fall leaf colors from Maine Rt 17.People: Jesus, Skywalker & JerichoAnimals: noneAfternoon weather: Sunny & 70 degreesFinished hiking @ 5:25pmDinner: At the Red Onion in Rangeley, Pot Roast, Mashed Potatoes, salad, spinach soup, vegetables, rootbeer, pie( very good meal)Praises & thoughts: The closer we get to Katahdin the harder everythng seems to be. Our bodies are wearing down. Thanks, Lord for helping us through yet another day. Thanks also to those who are praying for us.Other info: We will re-supply tomorrow and do laundry so the miles will be shorter.
Date: 2006-09-19
From: Maine Rt. 4, Rangeley

To: Piazza Rock Lean-to
Miles today: 1.8
Weather: scattered clouds

Count down to Katahdin: 218.2Slept in: shelterBreakfast: Big breakfast, all kinds of things at the Gull Pond Lodge.Started hiking @ 1:45pmLunch: snacksTrail description: We got a real late start out of Rangeley that is the reason for the nero day (very short day, but not a zero). The rest may help our tired old bodies.People: Ran into Fireman today. Also saw Flying Tortoise, Nickname, Sizzle, Mudflap & Daisy. Afternoon weather:72 degrees and rain as I write this.Finished hiking @ 2:30pmDinner: Turkey & Roast Beef subs from town.Praises & thoughts: I am thankful for the short day and some rest. Praise the Lord!!
Date: 2006-09-20
From: Piazza Rock Lean-to

To: Old woods road just north of Orbeton Stream 
Miles today: 11.7

Count down to Katahdin: 206.5Slept in: tentMorning weather: cloudyTemp.: 50Breakfast: oatmeal, breakfast bar, honey bun & teaStarted hiking @ 7:40amLunch: snacksTrail description: We had some steep difficult climbs and drops up and down Saddleback Mtn., The Horn and Saddleback Jr. High winds made it a little more difficult, but the views were rewarding with plenty of fall colors. People: Jesus, Skywalker & Jericho hiking together. We did see Cat & Cud at the Poplar Ridge Lean-to. They were not feeling good.Animals: noneAfternoon weather: sunny & 55Finished hiking @ 5:15pmDinner: 2 packs of Ramen, potatoes and tunaPraises & thoughts: Praise the Lord for the great views we had today and my back is feeling somewhat better.Other info: I am enjoying the hike, but ready to be home with my wife and family. Believe it or not I miss my job also. It will be good to be back in Covington, Ohio.
Date: 2006-09-21
From: Old woods road just north of Orbeton Stream 

To: Crocker Cirque Campsite
Miles today: 11.4
Weather: scattered clouds

Count down to Katahdin: 195.1Morning weather: Partly cloudyTemp.: 38Breakfast:2 Breakfast bars, Honey Bun & Hot drinkStarted hiking @ 7:45amLunch: snacksTrail description: Climbed out of the sleeping bag up Lone Mtn. at 3280' then on near the summit of Spaulding Mtn. at 3990'. We had a couple of good views today. As usual some steep ups and downs.People: Skywalker and I ran into several hikers today. Nickname and Flying Tortoise at campsite tonight.Animals: Skywalker and I heard what we thought was a moose pass by our tents last night.Afternoon weather:Partly cloudy and 49 degrees.Finished hiking @ 3:50 pmDinner: Ramen, mashed potatoes and tuna.Praises & thoughts: It is so comforting to know the Lord is watching over us.Other info: We have some cold wet weather coming our way the next 3 days. With high elevations it could be a little risky.Link to Skywalkers Trail JournalLink to Progress Map
Date: 2006-09-22
From: Crocker Cirque Campsite

To: Horns Pond Lean-tos
Miles today: 12.4
Weather: scattered clouds

Count down to Katahdin: 182.7Slept in: Lean-toMorning weather: Sunny & windyTemp.: 35Breakfast: Oatmeal, Honey bun & Breakfast barStarted hiking @ 7:45amLunch: snacksTrail description: We climbed up to over 4,000' out of the campsite at South & North Crocker Mtn. We went back down to 1400' at Maine Rt. 27 and climbed back up to 3200' at Horns Pond Trail.People: Jesus, Skywalker & Jericho hiked together today. We ran into several hikers today.Animals: snakeAfternoon weather: cloudy & 58 degreesFinished hiking @ 4:45pmDinner: Romen, mashed potatoes & tunaPraises & thoughts: I am relying on Christ who strengthen me to finish this hike. Link to Skywalkers Trail JournalLink to Progress Map
Date: 2006-09-23
From: Horns Pond Lean-tos

To: Little Bigelow Lean-to
Miles today: 10.2
Weather: overcast clouds

Count down to Katahdin: 172.5Slept in: Lean-toMorning weather: cloudy with sprinkles & windyTemp.: 48Breakfast:Oatmeal, Honey bun, Brekfast Bar & teaStarted hiking @ 7:45amLunch: snacksTrail description: Climbed from 3160' at the Lean-to up to 3805' at South Horn, went down some then a steep climb up to 4145' on the west peak of Bigelow Mtn. , then went down 300' then back up to 4088' on Avery Peak. We then bounced up and down till we got to the Lean-to. With the rain & high winds, wet rock & tree roots, it made for tough hiking. We we did get few good views today. It was a real challenge, but interesting. People: Did see a few people, but did not get their names.Animals: noneAfternoon weather: Rain, windy & 55 degreesFinished hiking @ 4:30 pmDinner: Mac & cheese, 2 bags of mashed potatoes, tuna & gorpPraises & thoughts: Praise the Lord for helping us through yet another tough day. With the high winds and rain, being above the tree line with steep drop offs, we needed His protection and I praise Him!Other info: I fell again today and my back and right hip are giving me a good bit of pain. We passed the 2,000 mile mark today.
Date: 2006-09-24
From: Little Bigelow Lean-to

To: Pierce Pond Lean-to
Miles today: 17.3
Weather: light rain

Count down to Katahdin: 155.2Slept in: Lean-toMorning weather: little rainTemp.: 55Breakfast: oatmeal, honey bun, breakfast bar & teaStarted hiking @ 7:15amLunch: snacksTrail description: We went down out of the Lean-to from 1760' to 1190' at Flagstaff Lake then back up to 1900' at Roundtop Mtn., then we had very slight elevation change the rest of the day. A friendly trail made for good miles. A very senic setting overlooking Pierce Pond at the Lean-to. A great day!People: Ran into Rainbow Bright & Mountain Dew on the trail today. Social & Dandelion showed up at the Lean-to this evening. Talked with Tim Harrison, owner of a camp and lodge. We are going to eat breafast with him tomorrow.Animals: noneAfternoon weather:Windy and a little warmer at 65 degrees and partly cloudy.Finished hiking @ 4:30 pmDinner: 3 packs of RamenPraises & thoughts: I hope you had a great Lord's day, I did and I praise Him!Other info: We are going into Caratunk tomorrow to re-supply and get showers and do laundry.Link to Skywalkers Trail JournalLink to Progress Map
Date: 2006-09-25
From: Pierce Pond Lean-to

To: US 201 @ Caratunk, Maine
Miles today: 4.0

****Updates will be sporadic as cell signals are available*****Count down to Katahdin: 151.2Slept in: Northern Outdoor LodgeMorning weather: SunnyTemp.: 48Breakfast: At Harrison Camps with Tim Harrison, very nice person and fixes a great breakfast. I had 12 pancakes, 3 sausage links, 2 eggs, orange juice, & 2 cups of tea.Started hiking @ 8:00amLunch: Turkey, bacon and swiss cheese on a bun with french fries and a very large and tasty bowl of vegetable soup at The Northern Outdoor restaurant.Trail description: A short easy hike with great weather. We crossed the Kennebec River today with Steve Longley long time ferryman working for the A.T.C. This was a much safer way to cross the river and fun also.People: We seen a whole lot of thru-hikers today, on the trail and in town and at the Lodge. There were too many to list.Animals: We could hear several Loons all night long on Pierce Pond.Afternoon weather: Sunny & 60 degreesFinished hiking @ 10:00amDinner: Salad, potatoe skins, chicken tenders, french fries & 2 rootbeers at the Lodge. Very good!Praises & thoughts: A short day for re-supply and showers, laundry, hot tub and rest, with plenty of food to eat. Thank the Lord for this day, we needed it.Other info: I have been hiking for over 2,000 miles with the same boots, Crestas by L.L.Bean and had hoped to finish the hike with these shoes. It will not be. For the past several weeks the shoes developed a tear on a seam and have been leaking water. I tried several things, but none worked. My right foot was startng to give me some trouble from being wet every day. I called L.L. Bean and told them about the problem and received a new pair of boots today. Thanks, L.L. Bean! I hope I can break them in without to much of a problem.Link to Skywalkers Trail JournalLink to Progress Map
Date: 2006-09-26
From: US 201 @ Caratunk, Maine

To: Bald Mtn. Brook Lean-to
Miles today: 14.7
Weather: broken clouds

Count down to Katahdin: 136.5Slept in: Lean-toMorning weather: CloudyTemp.: 50Breakfast: 2 eggs, hash browns, ham, toast & teaStarted hiking @ 8:30amLunch: A lot of snacksTrail description: One good climb up Pleasant Pond Mtn. @ 2480', then we bounced up and down till we got to the shelter. A couple good views and nice cool weather to hike. A little windy on top of the mountain. People: Here at the Lean-to, Skywalker, Paul with Bunyons and JerichoAnimals: Didn't see any, but did get a picture of a nice beaver dam.Afternoon weather: Partly cloudy and 50 degrees.Finished hiking @ 5:15pmDinner: 2 packs of Ramen, 4 cheese potatoes, tunaPraises & thoughts: Praise the Lord for His love, grace & mercy!!! It has been a long tough trip, but I feel blessed to be able to do it.Other info: Seems like the miles are really counting down. The first day with the new boots went well.
Date: 2006-09-27
From: Bald Mtn. Brook Lean-to

To: Horseshoe Canyon Lean-to
Miles today: 13.0
Weather: broken clouds

Count down to Katahdin: 123.5Slept in: Lean-toMorning weather: sunnyTemp.: 38Breakfast: 3 breakfast bars, pop tart & teaStarted hiking @ 7:55amLunch: snacksTrail description: Made a climb out of the sleeping bag from 1280' at Bald Mtn. Brook Lean-to up to 2629' at Moxie Bald Mtn. then bounced up & down along the Piscataquis River. Skywalker & I had to ford the river. We had to take our boots off and put our Crocs on to cross the river. We then had to look for the white blazes on the other side.People: Sizzle, Skywalker and Jericho in the Lean-to tonight. We ran into Flying Tortoise on the trail today. Tenting by the Lean-to is Eagle a man that is Yo-yo-ing, a thru hiker that finished a north bound thru hike and is attempting to do a south bound thru hike. (NOT ME!!!)Animals: noneAfternoon weather: Sunny and 58 degreesFinished hiking @ 4:00pmDinner: 2 packs of chicken with mushroom Ramen, 4 cheese potatoes, tuna & teaPraises & thoughts: Praise God!!, another day closer to Katahdin.Other info: Into Monson to re-supply tommorow, then the 100 mile Widerness.
Date: 2006-09-28
From: Horseshoe Canyon Lean-to

To: Maine Rt. 15 Monson, ME
Miles today: 9.0
Weather: scattered clouds

****Updates will be sporadic as cell signals are available*****Count down to Katahdin: 114.5Slept in: Motel(The last One)Morning weather: CloudyTemp.: 48Breakfast: 3 breakfast bars, pop tarts & 3 cups of teaStarted hiking @ 7:55amLunch: Meat Loaf, mashed potatoes, carrots, gravy, rootbeer, grapenut pudding with icecreamTrail description: Easy trail with slight ups & downs into Monson. We did have another river ford today, the East Branch of the Piscataquis, the water was cold.People: Peter Duston surprised us today! He is a good family friend of Skywalker. He was going to meet us up close to Katahdin, but had something pop up in his schedule, so he came today. Peter hiked with us 3 1/2 miles. He then gave us a ride into town and is going to take us back to the trail tommorow and hike with us til noon. Peter is planning a thru-hike next year.Animals: noneAfternoon weather: cloudy & 60 degreesFinished hiking @ 1:00 pmDinner: Mushroom Swiss Burger, Fries & Orange DrinkPraises & thoughts: Thank the good Lord for getting us this far. Now we need His help to finish.Other info: Day #3 with the new boots and still no blisters! Praise the Lord! Blisters can make it real tough to hike. We are getting ready to enter the 100 mile Wilderness and I may not be able to get a phone signal til after we summit Mt. Katahdin. When I get back to civilization I will update my journal. We still need your prayers and thank you for all past prayers and encouragements.Link to Skywalkers Trail JournalLink to Progress Map
Date: 2006-09-29
From: Maine Rt. 15 Monson, ME

To: Wilson Valley Lean-to
Miles today: 10.4
Weather: moderate rain

Count down to Katahdin: 104.1Slept in: Lean-toMorning weather: RainTemp.: 50Breakfast:Pancakes, Eggs & Cheese, Bacon, TeaStarted hiking @ 8:10amLunch: Turkey Sub loaded, snacksTrail description: We bounced up and down between 1300' & 550' with 3 river fords, one of them, Big Wilson Stream, was thigh deep and swift. Everything was slippery. Very tough hiking. I was slipping & sliding and Skywalker fell twice, one was about 12' down a rock slab on his bottom. He was not hurt. The second was while he was fording a stream, he got soaked, but not hurt.People: Peter Duston hiked with us again today, for 4 hours. He then had the hike back to his car. Did not see any northbound hikers today, but did see a few people headed south.Animals:noneAfternoon weather: Heavy rain, hail, lightning, thunder and 52 degrees.Finished hiking @ 3:45pm due to bad weather.Dinner: Ramen, mashed potatoes, tuna cheese crackers, Fig Newtons & teaPraises & thoughts: Thank the Lord for helping us through another tough day.Link to Skywalkers Trail JournalLink to Progress Map
Date: 2006-09-30
From: Wilson Valley Lean-to

To: Near West Chairback Pond
Miles today: 13.9
Weather: overcast clouds

Count down to Katahdin: 90.2Slept in: tentMorning weather: Partly cloudyTemp.: 45Breakfast: Oatmeal, grits, breakfast bar, Pop tart, hot chocolateStarted hiking @ 7:20amLunch: snacksTrail description: Climbed from 970' at Wilson Valley Lean-to up to 2672' at Barren Mtn. then went up and down the rest of the way. We had a lot of mud and wet tree roots from the heavy rain we had yesterday. We also had 2 stream fords. The water level was up and swift. We had to be very careful.People: A few section hikers.Animals: noneAfternoon weather: mostly cloud and 50 Finished hiking @ 6:20pmDinner: Ramen, Gorp, Beef Jerky and dry fruit.Praises & thoughts: The trail is tough and our bodies tired, I praise the Lord for His presence and help!Other info: It was Jericho's turn to fall today.
Date: 2006-10-01
From: Near West Chairback Pond

To: Carl A. Newhall Lean-to
Miles today: 11.6
Weather: overcast clouds

Count down to Katahdin: 78.6Slept in: Lean-toMorning weather: CloudyTemp.: 47Breakfast: Hot Chocolate, Breakfast bar, cookies, Fig Newtons, Pop tartsStarted hiking @ 7:30amLunch: snacksTrail description: Climbed Columbus Mtn. & Chairback Mtn. both in the morning. We then forded the West Brach of the Pleasant River around noon. This afternoon we had a slow easy climb up to the Lean-to. I went off the trail onto the Gulf Hagas Trail and got a couple of pictures of waterfalls. A very good hike and a little closer to Katahdin.People: Mayor Turtle, Brock, Skywalker & Jericho at the Lean-to tonight. We did see a few day hikers.Animals: noneAfternoon weather:cloudy & 55 degreesFinished hiking @ 3:55pmDinner: Mac & cheese, Ramen, 4 cheese potatoes & tuna.Praises & thoughts: This the Lord's Day and we praise Him! He is so worthy!
Date: 2006-10-02
From: Carl A. Newhall Lean-to

To: East Branch Lean-to
Miles today: 10.8

Count down to Katahdin: 67.8Slept in: Lean-toMorning weather: Rain, Wind & FogTemp.: 45Breakfast:Oatmeal, Fig Newtons, 2 breakfast bars, Hot ChocolateStarted hiking @ 8:00amLunch: snacksTrail description: Climbed right out of the sleeping bag at 1840' up to Gulf Hagas Mtn. @ 2680' then a little drop down, right back up to West Peak @ 3178'. Then up to 3245' on Hay Mtn. & on up to White Cap Mtn @ 3654', we then went down to 1240' at East Branch Lean-to.People: Rickle McPickel a flip flop hiker with shorts, a dress shirt & tie, trying to make it back to Hanover, New Hampshire.Animals: noneAfternoon weather: cloudy, fog & 48 degreesFinished hiking @ 3:30 pmDinner: Ramen, mashed potatoes, tuna & teaPraises & thoughts: I talked a lot with Jesus today. I got as cold as I have been for a long time. I had a hard time getting my body to work right. Praise the Lord & thank Skywalker for helping me.
Date: 2006-10-03
From: East Branch Lean-to

To: Antlers Campsite
Miles today: 16.0
Weather: broken clouds

****Updates will be sporadic as cell signals are available*****Count down to Katahdin: 51.8Slept in: tentMorning weather: clear & sunnyTemp.: 42Breakfast: Oatmeal, Pop tart, Fig Newton, Hot chocolateStarted hiking @ 7:30amLunch: snacksTrail description: Climbd Little Boardman Mtn. @ 2017', then bounced between 900' & 500' the rest of the day. A very good day to hike.People: A very big group of thru hikers at the campsite tonight.Animals: none, I want to see a moose!Afternoon weather: Cloudy, some sprinkles & 61 degreesFinished hiking @ 3:45pmDinner: Ramen, mashed potatoes & tunaPraises & thoughts: Praise the Lord for His love, grace & mercy!Other info: Getting close to the prize!Link to Skywalkers Trail JournalLink to Progress Map
Date: 2006-10-04
From: Antlers Campsite

To: Wadleigh Stream Lean-to
Miles today: 13.6
Weather: overcast clouds

Count down to Katahdin: 38.2Slept in: Lean-toMorning weather: SunnyTemp.: 55Breakfast: Breakfast bar, fruit bar, Fig Newton & Liter of water.Started hiking @ 7:45amLunch: 1lb. 4 ounce deluxe cheese burger, pizza, chips & 2 Mountain Dews at White House Landing.Trail description: No big climbs, but a lot of rocks & roots. We did an extra 2 1/2 miles to the White House Landing for lunch and resupply. The highlite of the trail today was our first great view of Mt. Katahdin from Pemadumcook Lake.People: 10 thru hikers stoped at the White House Landing for Lunch & resupply. I believe we all want to summit Katahdin on Saturday.Animals: none(I still want to see a moose, it might have to be a mouse.)Afternoon weather: Cloudy & rain and 60 degreesFinished hiking @ 5:10pmDinner: 2 packs of Ramen, beef jerky and mashed potatoesPraises & thoughts: Most of the thru hikers are beat up, but praise the Lord we are still hiking.Other info: 3 more days of hiking!!!
Date: 2006-10-05
From: Wadleigh Stream Lean-to

To: Hurd Brook Lean-to
Miles today: 19.6
Weather: scattered clouds

Count down to Katahdin: 18.6Slept in: TentMorning weather: Mostly CloudyTemp.: 48Breakfast:2 packs of Oatmeal, 2 breakfast bars, cookies, hot chocolateStarted hiking @ 7:30amLunch: snacksTrail description:Hiked from Lean-to at 685' up to 1520' at Nesuntabunt Mtn., then back down to Pollywog Gorge at 690', we then cimbed back up to 1520' at Rainbow Ledges where we had a great view of Katahdin. People: Skywalker, Jericho and JesusAnimals: noneAfternoon weather: sunny & 50 degreesFinished hiking @ 5:10 pmDinner: Ramen, potatoes and tunaPraises & thoughts: Praise the Lord for the blessing of being where I am.Other info: We are going into Baxter State Park and Katahdin Campground tomorrow and hoping to summit Katahdin Mtn. on Saturday.Link to Progress MapLink to Skywalkers Trail Journal
Date: 2006-10-06
From: Hurd Brook Lean-to

To: Katahdin Stream Campground
Miles today: 13.4
Weather: clear sky

Dad made it to the end of the hike on 10/07. He will posting the details very soon and will be getting home on Thursday. Needless to say he was very happy to see the end of the journey and I hear that the summit today on Mt Katahdin was absolutely beautiful with the moon on one side of them and the sun coming up on the other. More details to follow soon. Doug.Here is the update:Count down to Katahdin: 5.2Morning weather: sunnyTemp: 35Breakfast: Oatmeal, hot chocolate, breakfast barsStarted Hiking: 8:00 amLunch: snacksTrail description: Easy hike with a great view of Mt Katahdin from Abol BridgePeople: Baxter State Park is popular so we did see a lot of people today, thru hikers and day hikers.Afternoon weather: sunny & 55 degreesFinished hiking@ 4:00pmDinner: Chili soup, corn bread, salad, brownies and soda ( thanks to Skywalker's wife Anne)Praises & thoughts: Praise the Lord the weather was great today and is going to be great tomorrow for the summit.Other info: Our bodies are tired and sore, but we are charged up to summit Mt. Katahdin!
Date: 2006-10-07
From: Katahdin Stream Campground

To: Baxter Peak, Mt Katahdin
Miles today: 5.2
Weather: clear sky

Count down to Kayahdin: 00Morning weather: sunny & clearTemp.: 28Breakfast: Honey buns, banana, hot chocolateStarted Hiking: 7:20amLunch: 2 sandwiches(thanks Anne), Gatorade & snacksTrail description: Only 5.2 miles, but very tough. Most of the elevation gain was in miles 2,3 & 4. We went from 1090' at the campground up to 5267' at the Katahdin summit.The first mile was a "walk in the woods". The middle section, miles 2, 3 & 4 were climbing and scrambling over rocks & boulders. With our tired, stiff, beat up bodies, it made it very difficult. Mile 5 was the Tableland, not flat, but fairly easy. The last 1/4 of a mile was a climb, but with the summit in sight it was easy. We were prayed and psyched up and the weather was great. The younger thru hikers were cheering us on.I got down on my knees at the summit sign and prayed and thanked God for giving me the desire of my heart, crying the whole time. Skywalker & Jericho then hugged, cried and celebrated together.People: Some of the thru hikers that summited today were Flying Tortoise, Nick Name, Monolouge, Cat & Cud, Brock, Barely, Super Dave, Pixie & Danger, Wolfe Paw & Chickadee, Wooly Bear, Miss Direction, Social & Dandelion, Chee-to & Puffy Nipples, Dadgum & Kids Meal. Summiting on Oct. 8 were Trips & Shreik, Ta, One-Step & Johny K.Afternoon weather: Sunny & breezy & 55 degrees on the summitFinished hiking @ 11:45am (summited) we still had to hike back down.Dinner: Dadgum's parents provided food and pop at the campground after we came back down from the summit. We stopped at McDonalds on the way to Anne & Skywalker's camp in Maine.Praises and thoughts: I had been praying about good weather to summit since last March and Praise the Lord He answered the prayer with great weather!!Other info: I will have a post-script & pictures coming soon.