morvasaaty/AppalachianTrail-LD-Hikers-Blogs-and-Weather-20-years huggingface dataset:
Date: 2018-06-04
From: Daleville 

To: Wilson Creek Shelter 
Miles today: 11.2
Weather: clear sky

Woke up this morning and had breakfast at the hotel. It was a basic continental breakfast, enough to fill me up. Then a walk to the ups store to ship some gear home. Got back to the hotel and finished packing, then to the lobby where there was a scale.My pack weighed 33.8 lbs. with food for 4-5 days and water. I finally got on the trail at 10:50am. The weather today was sunny with a nice breeze. Overall the trail was an easy hike today.I arrived at the Shelter and was greeted by Two Steps, then hikers just started showing up. This is the most I have seen at a shelter in a while. It was because of the Hiker Fest and everyone taking Zero's in town.I decided to hike easy for a while now and not push myself and try to maintain a 12-15 mile days.Looking to get be at a hostel for Friday morning.Tomorrow's another day.
Date: 2018-06-05
From: Wilson Creek Shelter 

To: Jennings Creek
Miles today: 17.0
Weather: scattered clouds

Up early and on the trail by 6:50am.It was cool this morning with a nice comfortable breeze. It warmed up quickly and the sun was shining all day. The hike consisted of following a section of the Blue Ridge Parkway.Finally some real nice views after not having many yesterday.Finished the hike by descending down the mountain for 3 miles to Jennings Creek, where there is an area where we were able to take a dip and also tent sites in the woods. Four of us got picked up by a Campground shuttle and drove us to the campground for burgers , fries , and sodas. It's 8:00PM a campfire burning and I'll soon be in my tent.Tomorrow's another day.
Date: 2018-06-06
From: Jennings Creek

To: Harrison Ground Spring
Miles today: 17.3
Weather: clear sky

On the trail at 6:50 am. Another great day, with sunny skies. Knowing today the planned 14 miles was basically a day of continuous ascending. I kept a steady pace and took more breaks.I was at the planed shelter at 2:45pm. and waited for Pocket Fire to show up. While waiting, Melody arrived at the shelter and we both cooked an early supper. Pocket Fire arrived and the three of us decided to hike another 3.4 miles. Tomorrow we will hike into Glasgo  for showers, resupply and laundry. Ohh and a late lunch, and supper. Tomorrow's another day.
Date: 2018-06-07
From: Harrison Ground Spring

To: Glasgow,VA
Miles today: 11.5
Weather: clear sky

Started out this morning at 7:00AM.Knowing that I have an easy hike into town gets the adrenaline flowing. I hiked with Pocket Fire and we finally caught up to Molasses. She was a day ahead of us since she had left Daleville Sunday. The three of us finally made it to to the trailhead for Glasgow and hitched a ride to the town shelter in Glasgow. The shelter here has showers, porta -potties, and electric all for free. Did our laundry, ate lunch at a restaurant very close by and resupplied for 5 days, then I even had a grinder for supper. Also a few more people showed up that we all met on the trail. Had a campfire going and a few beers and stories.Ready to hit the trail tomorrow and hike another 76.8 miles to Waynesboro,VA.Tomorrow's another day.
Date: 2018-06-08
From: Glasgow,VA

To: Brown Mt. Creek Shelter 
Miles today: 19.8
Weather: clear sky

Up early this morning and Molasses and I had gotten a shuttle to the trailhead. Pocket Fire decided he wanted to hitch a ride.We arrived at the trail by 8:10 and I was on my way. Lots of uphill today,and it was quite exhausting. Plans were to only hike 10 miles to Punchbowl Shelter. I had hiked to the shelter and arrived there at 1:45. I cooked up some Ramen noodles, ate them and hung around till 2:30 . The bugs were bad and irritating so I decided to hike some more. I managed to make it to Brown Mountain Shelter at 6:40. I quickly set up my tent and then it started thundering, and rain followed.Rain is also in the forecast for a couple days. Passed the 800 mile mark! Yahoo!!Tomorrow's another day.
Date: 2018-06-09
From: Brown Mt. Creek Shelter 

To: Seeley-Woodworth Shelter 
Miles today: 15.8
Weather: clear sky

Woke up this morning to notice that a mouse chewed a hole in my tent. I pulled out my repair tape and fixed the hole. I then packed up my wet tent since it had rained last night.I was on the trail by 7:30AM. Today's hike consisted of mostly going up and up. Once I peaked I unpacked my rain fly, my drenched shorts, t-shirt, and socks, to let dry a bit. My clothes weren't wet from rain but sweating all day. Today was an exceptional day, and of course a lot of sweating.I made it to the shelter I planned for today at 3:30pm. Set my tent up and started to hear thunder. Soon the skies opened and it was pouring and even hail . I cooked up my first supper during that.A couple hours, the skies cleared, the rain stopped. I put a clothesline up and hung all my sweaty clothes to dry. I cooked my second supper and ate that too.Tomorrow's another day.
Date: 2018-06-10
From: Seeley-Woodworth Shelter 

To: Devil's Backbone Brewpub
Miles today: 22.1
Weather: light rain

The tent was dry this morning, so I did my morning routine and on the trail by 7:00am. My planed hike was to be under 16 miles. While on top of one mountain view, I was drying my t-shirts, and shorts. Along came other hikers and talked about going to Devil's Backbone Brewpub. So on we all hiked, and knowing it was going to be tough, we had a 3000ft. elevation to climb. As we reached the summit, a thunderstorm moved in and well, hiked in it all. I had fish , French fries and coleslaw for my supper. No beer today! Just soda! Tomorrow's hike is a 20 mile to Waynesboro, Va. I will attempt that because of forecasted rain all day.The terrain looks fairly easy for the hike. Tomorrow's another day.
Date: 2018-06-11
From: Devil's Backbone Brewpub

To: Stanimal's 328 Hostel 
Miles today: 19.1
Weather: moderate rain

Camped  overnight at Devil's Backbone Brewpub. Packed up a dry tent and had a great Hikers breakfast for $5.00 and shuttled to the trailhead for 9:10am. It wasn't long before the rain started. The terrain was quite easy for the day. I did manage to hike to the trailhead for Waynesboro and get a shuttle to the hostel where I will stay for 2 nights, eat, laundry, and supply for my next part of my journey through the Shenandoah's. Tomorrow's a new day.
Date: 2018-06-12
To: Zero at Stanimal's 338 Hostel 
Miles today: 0.0
Weather: broken clouds

Today was a restful day. Staying at Stanimal's 328 Hostel is a great place to be with every thing you need close by. I went out last night to a Chinese restaurant for the buffet, today for breakfast at Hardee's , Subway for lunch, then Hardee's again for supper. Tomorrow morning I will have eggs, toast, and coffee here before leaving for the trail. The eggs and coffee are no charge for guest.The next town is 107.8 miles away.Tomorrow's another day.
Date: 2018-06-13
From: Stanimal's 328 Hostel 

To: Blackrock Hut
Miles today: 20.7
Weather: overcast clouds

Got shuttled to the trailhead and started my hike. The weather was sunny and hot! The trail is fairly decent but no views to talk about.It was a tough day for myself so I just took my time and kept my eyes open for the animals. I did see a deer on the trail that didn't seem to be bothered by me. I got within 10 feet of her, and took pics and a video.Three of us were on the trail close to the shelter and approached a yearling BEAR . It was not fazed by us either and after a couple minutes it decided to slowly go into the woods around 10 yards off the trail and we walked on by as it watched us.Tomorrow's another day.
Date: 2018-06-14
From: Blackrock Hut

To: Hightop Hut 
Miles today: 21.4
Weather: clear sky

On the trail by 7:30 this morning. The weather was sunny and hot again. The only wildlife I saw today was a deer, rabbit, and a 3 ft. Black snake.I passed the 900 mile mark! YahooThere also were some good views today. One more day of over 20 miles and the next 3 days are gonna be less.Tomorrow's another day.
Date: 2018-06-15
From: Hightop Hut 

To: Rock Spring Hut
Miles today: 23.9
Weather: clear sky

Another beautiful morning. Started out this morning at 6:40 am, knowing I had a long day ahead. Saw one deer close, took my pics and video. Stopped at a camp ground off the trail for lunch and bought a premade sandwich and a coke. I was hiking at a good pace because the trail was mild with the ascents and descends. I did go to Big Meadows Wayside for supper also. I had a Philly steak grinder with fries and a coke. I left there and continued to hike to my intended shelter for tonight. I arrived here at 7:15 and cooked me some mashed potatoes with spam mixed together. Tomorrow's another day.
Date: 2018-06-16
From: Rock Spring Hut

To: Pass Mountain Hut
Miles today: 15.3
Weather: clear sky

Up early as usual and started hiking at 7:00am. I hiked 4 1/2 miles to Skyland Resort for the breakfast buffet,All you can eat. I had 2 omelettes, 2 plates with scramble eggs, bacon, sausage, home fries, and biscuits. 2 coffees and 2 orange juice. I was stuffed and made me hike slower than usual. I later passed a picnic area and was offered a hamburger, I didn't refuse. During my hike today , I encountered a momma bear and 2 cubs. Later in the afternoon I encountered a single bigger bear. Both times the bears were not phased by my presence.The weather today was sunny and hot. Another great day for a hike!Tomorrow's another day.
Date: 2018-06-17
From: Pass Mountain Hut

To: Stealth Camp Mile 963.3
Miles today: 19.0
Weather: overcast clouds

On the trail at 7:10am and was on my way for a 7.5 mile hike to the Elkwallo Wayside for lunch. I had a cheeseburger, French fries, and a coke. I also bought a 12 inch turkey and cheese grinder to pack out for my supper. In the morning while on my way, I did see a buck with the velvet on the racks. The deer here are not afraid of us. They must know that they are on protected land.Tomorrow I have only 7.5 miles to hike  and stay at a hostel for the day/ night and do my usual. Shower, laundry, go to Front Royal to resupply. My next stop will be Harper's Ferry,WV.Tomorrow's another day.
Date: 2018-06-18
From: Stealth Camp Mile 963.3

To: Mountain Home Cabbin Hostel 
Miles today: 7.5
Weather: scattered clouds

Awake this morning and hiking at 4:15am. A nice easy hike of 7.5 miles to the trailhead for Front Royal, Va.I reached the trailhead at 7:10am and hitched a ride to downtown Front Royal. I had breakfast at a local restaurant then to supply for a few more days. Called Scott from Mountain Home Cabbin Hostel to pick me up and stay the night.Next stop will be Harper's Ferry.Tomorrow's another day.
Date: 2018-06-19
From: Mountain Home Cabbin Hostel 

To: Whiskey Hollow Shelter 
Miles today: 15.2
Weather: broken clouds

I got shuttled back to the grocery store by Lisa the owner of the hostel.I bought a 1 1/4 pound steak, a potatoto cook on the grill. Also fixings for a salad and beer. It was still early enough to have a quick lunch so I also had a dinner from Kentucky Fried Chicken.This morning Scott prepared breakfast, 2 eggs, toast, banana, pineapple and coffee.I walked back to the trailhead at 7:45am. It was humid this morning and continued to get hot. I hiked 5 miles and decided to have a lunch break at another trailhead where there was a picnic table. I cooked up some  noodles. I also had a good size callous on my pinky toe that has been hurting, so I cut it down with my knife.It was so hot and humid and my toe still hurting I stopped at a shelter 10.5 miles into my hike to take another break. Not long after a thunderstorm was happening and there was a group of 10 hikers waiting the storm out. I left the shelter at 5:15 and hiked another 4 1/2 mile to Whiskey Hollow Shelter where I am camping tonight. Ohh, I did see another bear on the trail today. I didn't get a picture because it saw me and took off running into the woods. One deer also that saw me too and ran off quickly.Tomorrow's another day.
Date: 2018-06-20
From: Whiskey Hollow Shelter 

To: Bears Den Hostel 
Miles today: 18.2
Weather: broken clouds

Started my day hike at 7:00am, a dry cool morning, that suddenly turned hot and humid. Hiking a part of the trail called the roller coaster, ups and downs and full of rocks. I was hiking to Bears Den Hostel to spend the night and had to stop 3 miles away at a shelter to rest my aching feet.After 1 1/2 hours and a shower that passed I continued to the hostel. A large group of hikers here . Tomorrow's another day.
Date: 2018-06-21
From: Bears Den Hostel 

To: Stealth Camping 
Miles today: 16.7
Weather: overcast clouds

There was a thunderstorm last night while staying at the hostel. It was filled to capacity. Ate my pancakes and drank a couple coffees then on the trail by 7:30am. I hiked with Boomerang all day and made reservations at a motel in Harper's Ferry for Friday and Saturday night. We stopped at a parking area next to the trail three miles back from where we are stealth camping tonight. There was some trail magic finishing up there and I asked for a ride 4 tenths of a mile down the road to a gas station/ deli where I can get a grinder and a soda. It was also hard on my foot today. I am seriously thinking of getting off the trail and going home. I am satisfied with all the miles I have completed and everything else I have set out to do. This is a tough decision for me to make but my health and being 100 percent to go further.It is forecast to rain tonight and for the next two days. Tomorrow's hike is a 3.1 hike to town.Tomorrow's another day.
Date: 2018-06-22
From: Stealth Camping 

To: Harper's Ferry 
Miles today: 3.2

It was raining this morning when I woke up. I wasn't in a hurry to move knowing it was going to be a short day to hike into Harper's Ferry.Boomerang and myself finally got our wet gear packed up and headed out.I made it to the ATC Headquarters and had my picture taken and am the 986th of roughly 4000 registered thru hikers to reach this far.Arrived at the Best Western and checked in to our room and the chores began. Laundry, etc....Boomerang and myself got shuttled by the hotel to downtown and went to eat, ( round 1 ) I had a Rib Eye sandwich, fries, and a couple of beers. Double D and his wife Nurse Dmet us there. We were finished and walked a little and I went to the outfitters to buy some SuperFeet insoles. I then met up with them at another restaurant and this time I ordered a fish dinner. Called the motel and got shuttled back to hotel. We will all meet tomorrow for supper again at another restaurant.The weather here today was rain on and off all day. Tomorrow's forecast is 90 percent chance of rain.Just have to figure out where the next resupply will be when I leave here, and how many days worth to purchase.With all this said, I am going to continue with my hike. Tomorrow's another day.
Date: 2018-06-23
From: Harper's Ferry 

To: Zero at Harper's Ferry 
Miles today: 0.0
Weather: light rain

Zero day is not necessarily a do nothing day. LolAte breakfast at the motel, for lunch I took a walk to eat lunch at a little restaurant, got a shuttle drive to Walmart 6 miles away to resupply.Realized I had forgotten a couple things and couldn't find electrolytes there. I decided to walk to a 711 a mile away. And still have to go out for supper, more walking. LolI will be on my way to Maryland tomorrow! Tomorrow's another day.
Date: 2018-06-24
From: Harper's Ferry 

To: Dahlgren Backpack Campground 
Miles today: 17.9
Weather: light rain

Ate breakfast at the hotel this morning then left for the trail.Boomerang and I walked to the trail where we walked in Harper's Ferry. We made it to the trail at 8:00am.We we're in Maryland in no time.Boomerang 's knee is hurting and I am taking it easy on my foot.The trail was fairly easy today with very little climbs.We decided to hike a little further to Dahlgren Backpack Campground. It is a state park on the AT and has bathrooms with hot showers.We were with in a mile from the campground and thunder storm with heavy rains drenched us. By the time we reached the campground the rain had stopped and I set up camp and went and took a hot shower. For supper tonight I cooked up mashed potatoes and warmed up some chicken in a pouch and mixed it in with my potatoes. Yum!!Tomorrow's another day.
Date: 2018-06-25
From: Dahlgren Backpack Campground 

To: Stealth Campsite 
Miles today: 16.9
Weather: overcast clouds

Packed up a wet tent this morning and on the trail by 7:45am. Visited the original Washington Monument right off the trail. While there the sun was shining. Hung the tent and my clothes to dry. While the trail has small ascends and descends there were plenty of rock scrambling.Tomorrow will be the the last day in Maryland. Tomorrow's another day.
Date: 2018-06-26
From: Stealth Campsite 

To: Old Forge Park
Miles today: 14.0
Weather: clear sky

Stealth camped and out on the trail at 7:30 am.  Made it to Pen Mar county park and was able to order a Grinder/ Sub and have it delivered there. From there I continued to hike and reached Old Forge Park. At this point I made a decision to do what I had to do.Tomorrow's another day.
Date: 2018-06-27
To: Home
Miles today: 0.0
Weather: overcast clouds

I decided in my best interest to get off the trail and return home let my feet heal and gain some weight back.Starting my hike of the Appalachian Trail from the approach trail at Amicalola Falls to Old Forge Park in Pennsylvania at mile 1072.9 . In 2017 I also hiked 40.3 miles from Bennington Vermont To Manchester Vermont, for a total of 1113.2 miles completed of the AT.This was the second time I've ever hiked/ backpacked , the first being from Bennington to Manchester. It is a great accomplishment to be able to compete half the the trail and I have the desire to complete it.I have met and hiked together with so many great people, enjoyed many towns , it was quite an adventure.To all my followers, thank you for your comments in my guestbook and hope you enjoyed this adventure as much as I did. Tomorrow's another day.          StairMaster
Date: 2018-02-20
From: Springer Mountain

To: Stover Creek shelter
Miles today: 2.8
Weather: overcast clouds

Arrived by Greyhound Bus to Gainesville,Georgia from Canton Ohio at 11:50 am. Ride waiting. Took me to Amicalola Park to sign in. Amicalola Falls stair were shut down for maintenance so shuttle driver offered to take me up top top of Springer. I arrived there at 3pm and hiked the 1 mi. To Start of Trail at the southern terminus and then hiked back and on to Stover Creek shelter for the night.
Date: 2018-02-23
From: Lance Creek Camp

To: Bull Gap Camp
Miles today: 8.4
Weather: light snow

Left Lance Creek and 7:30 am and hiked up and over Blood Mountain. Very foggy most of the day no view on top. Hiked down to Neel's Gap. Picked up resupply and had Trail Magic . Hiked the additional mile past to tent camp at Bull Gap camp.
Date: 2018-02-27
From: Deep Gap Shelter

To: Top of Georgia Hiker Hostel and Supply
Miles today: 3.6
Weather: clear sky

Was planning a Nero here. But bad weather coming in tomorrow and Thursday 2" of rain an winds 40 to 50 mile gusts. So I'll be taking 2 zero's. Free shuttles to town so was able to do Mexican lunch one day and dinner at buffet another. With a stop at grocery for small resupply. Plan on getting back on trail Friday the 2nd.
Date: 2016-03-13
From: Springer Mountain

To: Hawk Shelter
Miles today: 8.1
Weather: overcast clouds

It was a warm stormy rainy start.  The Hiker Hostel is awesome.  Josh and Leigh offer a full service operation with pickup at the bus station in Dahlonega and a shuttle to the terminus of the trail: bunk, shower, breakfast and, they put you on the trail for $85.  You can't beat it.  They stay booked so make reservations!  They offer a pack weigh in ... some of the packs were 54, 55, 45 pounds!  It's going to thin out quickly on the trail!  Duffy, the shuttle driver zipped up the rough forestry roads like a pro.  Don't try it with a regular car.  I sign the register and start the trail.  Can't believe I'm really here!!  I meet Harold Moon from Massachusetts "Moondog".  The trail is well prepared here: I love this trail already!  Two old guys.  We keep the same pace.  Day 1, we beat the rain and make it to Hawk Shelter.  There is actually room and we meet "Elle" who also created a trail journal and ultimately finished a thru hike of the trail.  Her dad accompanied her on the approach trail.  This trail is a humbling experience: that quickly becomes self-evident!  There will time to think without distractions.  Matt 6:25 Is not life more than food, the body more than clothes?
Date: 2016-03-14
From: Hawk Shelter

To: Googe Mountain Shelter
Miles today: 7.7
Weather: broken clouds

The trail family is growing and today was grueling but we just slid into Googe Mtn Shelter: Marmalade from Manchester UK, quit his job in England at 62 and is staggering behind me and Moondog, Eva and her dog Boomer, and of course Camel with his monster water jug! Was court Friday last week? Already seems far away.  Climbing endlessly is a great time to meditate: hate what is evil, cling to the good and be devoted to one another in love... Ro 12:9 and, pray I make it to Clingman's Dome!
Date: 2016-03-15
From: Googe Mountain Shelter

To: Henry Gap
Miles today: 9.3
Weather: overcast clouds

9.3 miles to Henry Gap.  Beautiful day!  Lots of ups and downs. l lost most of our trail family today, added one, Don Scro "Nailgun" from Raleigh!  Went off trail to Henry Gap to avoid a crowded campsite.  Moon Dog is still strong carrying 44#; but he is a young buck of 64.  Lost Eva and Boomer her dog.  Her boots were caked with red mud and she slipped on a slick shelf in the rain yesterday.  (we found out later when she rejoined the group that she is a physician and shares a clinic with her husband)  Chris was peeing blood and the ridge runners took him off the trail.  Trail Angels were waiting at Woodys Gap with cold sodas, water, and sandwiches plus, free shuttles to town.  Next 5 miles require bear cans so we are hiking straight through and camping off trail.  This is our first tent night.  It is warm, clear and beautiful ... at the moment I don't ever want to stop!  Neel's gap tomorrow after we climb Blood Mountain for showers, pick up my bounce box with six pounds of food.  I brought way too much and will give most of it away.  Bunks available, first come, first serve.
Date: 2016-03-16
From: Henry's Gap

To: Neel's Gap
Miles today: 6.6
Weather: clear sky

This climb was steep and the descent very rocky and tough, but worth it for an incredible view.  We climbed over 29,000 steps today, yes 29 thousand!  Haven't met many my age.  Don is a member of Journey in North Raleigh and we are able to share the daily bible study..small world! I was short on water this leg and became a bit dehydrated.  My muscles are sore and I discovered ibuprofen.  Don calls it "candy"!  The Blood Mountain cabins are precious with a whole collection of stuffed critters!  Enjoyed a Gatorade and Klondike bar.  Neels Gap is a virtual institution on the trail with a complete outfitter store.  The adjacent tree holds hundreds of hiking boots that didn't fit!