morvasaaty/AppalachianTrail-LD-Hikers-Blogs-and-Weather-20-years huggingface dataset:
Date: 2011-06-18
From: Wind gap.

To: Delaware water gap.
Miles today: 15.6
Weather: overcast clouds

Raingear, Arthur Dent and I went across to the gap diner for breakfast. It was the best I've had, french toast with cream cheese, fruit and topped with cream, yum, yum! We got a hitch in the back of a pickup to the trail. It is a beautiful day weather wise. I wanted to hike my own pace, so walked alone and soon left the others behind. I climbed up onto the ridge, the only climb of the day. I came to Wolf rocks which were fun, but I missed the Copperhead snake that others had seen there. I stopped at Kirkridge shelter for lunch of leftover pizza, nice. Gypsygirl, Gladgirl and Clutch were there. I bolted the last 6 miles into in 2 hours. Just before I reached town, I met a church group who asked lots of questions. They were shocked when I told them I had covered over 1200 miles and started in Georgia! They congratulated me amd wished me well. It was nice to share with them, felt like a celebrity for a moment. In town I got a bunk at the church hostel and then Gypsygirl and I went for a beer and then icecream, we know our priorities! Later Timber turned up, so good to see him again. A whole group of us went to the local pub for food and jazz! It's been a really good day, the end of my third month on the trail. I'm taking a zero tomorrow I need a rest, then I leave PA! New Jersey here I come!Bye for now.Mayo
Date: 2011-06-19
From: Delaware water gap.

To: Delaware water gap.
Miles today: 0.0
Weather: overcast clouds

I slept well in the hostel and got up for 7.00 to hit the local diner for breakfast with the whole crew. I had a disgustingly big breakfast. We then checked out the local out fitters and used their shuttle to get into Stroudsburgh to re supply. Back at the hostel Gypsygirl and I went for icecream. Then to the pub for a beer. We got talking to the couple next to us who turned out to be english, although they have lived in the US for many years. He said he knew Norfolk well and had been based near a town called East Dereham! Its a small world. The hostal is packed, Whoop, Badger and Road dog are all here, it's good to see them again. Back to the trail tomorrow.Bye for now,Mayo
Date: 2011-06-20
From: Delaware water gap.

To: Rattlesnake mountain.
Miles today: 22.1

A group of us hit the diner for breakfast. I then went to the PO to chech for my parcel, it still had not arrived, so I bounced it to Fort Montgomery. I just hope it finally arrives there. I left around 8.45 with Tinman. It was a nice sunny day with a slight breeze. We had a break at Sunfish pond with Road dog. We had great views today from the ridge and we crossed into New Jersey. We got trail magic of cold drinks at about 10 miles, so stopped for lunch. We were stopped in our tracks by a angry rattle snake on the trail. We pushed on to the campsite, such as it is. We made camp with Road dog, arther Dent, and Raindance. Many of the others have not made it this far, but that is probably best as there are not many flat spots.Bye for now.Mayo
Date: 2011-06-21
From: Rattlesnake mountain.

To: Rutherford shelter.
Miles today: 18.0
Weather: broken clouds

I was up and packed by 8.00. It was a hot and humid day and not as nice for walking. I caught up to Gypsygirl and we stopped for a snack at Culvers gap. I pushed on to the next shelter. There were many nice views from the ridgeline, which is a feature of NJ so far. I am camped at the shelter with Tinman. Plan an early start tomorrow to avoid the heat and get to town early.Bye for now.Mayo.
Date: 2011-06-22
From: Rutherford shelter.

To: Unionville.
Miles today: 11.4

It rained hard during the night, so I had a very wet tent to pack up. I climbed the 0.4 miles back to the trail by 7.00. The bugs are really getting bad in NJ. It was misty and humid, and looked like more rain. I walked through wet grass and bushes to Highpoint shelter and my feet were soon wet. A thunderstorm started and I was keen to get off the ridge. The heavens openned and I was soon wet through! I met Badger and we walked into town. We went for pizza with Whoop and Chopper. I really didn't fancy putting up my wet tent as more rain was expected. Photon, Infidell and Gypsygirl were getting a hotel so I decided to join them. We were able to do laundry, showers and dry out our kit. We ordered food to be delivered. Funny how a day can turn out so different to what you expect. It's nice to be warm and dry! More rain expected tomorrow.Bye for now.Mayo.
Date: 2011-06-23
From: Unionville.

To: Vernon
Miles today: 11.8
Weather: heavy intensity rain

I slept great in my nice hotel room. Gypsy girl and I got a lift back to Unionville. We got coffee and donuts at the store and waited for a storm to pass before hitting the trail. The rain started after 20 minutes and was torrential all day. We crossed water meadows and the path was often like a stream. Very soon I was very wet and was glad when we reached the road. I had walked with Gypsy girl due to the risk of tornados. We started walking into town and a car pulled over and offered us a lift to the church hostel. A really nice old guy who showed us all the places to eat and shop before dropping us off. We were so glad to get a shower and into dry clothes. Timber, Gypsygirl and I went for Pizza. Then Timber, Schmuk and I went for a drink. I really hope the wet weather is over, but there my be more tomorrow.Bye for now.Mayo.
Date: 2011-06-24
From: Vernon

To: Greenwood lake.
Miles today: 14.9

Timber and Gypsy girl were up early, 6.00, and wanted to go for breakfast. So I got dressed and went with them to the local cafe. The 3 of us walked the 2.4 miles back to the trail, no hitch hiking allowed in NY. Once back on the trail Timber and I walked together all day. It was a hard first climb up on to the ridge. It was misty and so humid today, no views, but at least no rain. The path was really flooded with all the rain we've had, and the rocks were dangerously slippy. Both Timber and Gypsy girl fell heavily today, but had just cuts to show for it, luckily. We crossed the state boarder into New York. Later we were crossing a bridge over a stream when 30 ft up stream a bear appeared. He waded across the stream, without seeing us. What a great sight! We all decided to hit town and get a room together. The weather is supposed to be better over the weekend, I have had enough of this wet stuff! Once in town we had pizza and they gave us a lift to the hotel. Hope for a good nights sleep.Bye for now.Mayo
Date: 2011-06-25
From: Greenwood lake.

To: Fingerboard Shelter
Miles today: 16.4
Weather: light rain

I slept really well and didn't want to get up. But we all packed up and walked into town for breakfast. We got a lift back to the trail from a nice lady in the cafe. It was hot and humid, but nice to see the sun again. I walked with Timber and we met Badger on the trail. On one rocky viewpoint we spotted a Copperhead snake, then we noticed 4 others close bye! All together we saw 7 today. It was a really hard day with so many ups and downs. We passed through the lemon squeezer, massive rocks with just enough room to get through. When we reached camp I put up my tent and went to bed, I had no energy left to cook! This was one of my hardest days on the trail.Bye for now.Mayo.
Date: 2011-06-26
From: Fingerboard Shelter

To: Fort Montgomery.
Miles today: 14.1

I was cold during the night so slept poorly. Timber and I hit the trail by 7.15. We both found it hard going, NY is really proving difficult, not quite sure why. It was hot and humid again. We reached the top of black mountain and could see the New York skyline in the distance, 23 miles away. The final push over bear mountain was hard, but we got a coke at the top and then raced down to the lake and zoo area below. We had some lunch and then rang the hotel for a lift. We did some chores and then later we when for dinner. It has been an exhausting day. Timber does not feel well, we will have to see what he's like tomorrow.Bye for now.Mayo.
Date: 2011-06-27
From: Fort Montgomery.

To: Fort Montgomery
Miles today: 0.0

Timber was not feeling well this morning, so after breakfast we packed up and managed to get a lift into Peekskill with schmuck's mother. He is going home, shame nice kid. At the hospital they took blood and decided to give Timber fluids and antibiotics. The results of the Lymme's disease test will not be back until late tomorrow. I will be hiking on and Timber will hopefully catch me down the trail. But if he has Lymme's he may decide to quit the trail, which would be a great shame. He has been around since my first day in the US.Bye for now.Mayo.
Date: 2011-06-28
From: Fort Montgomery

To: RPA Shelter.
Miles today: 20.5
Weather: few clouds

Timber and I went down for breakfast early. He is taking another zero and I am heading back to the trail. I got a taxi to the trailhead and started walking on my own. I had talked last night to Socks my trail angel, and arranged to meet at Dennytown crossing at 11.00. So I was pushing hard. I arrived there at 11.08, not bad. A few of the guys were there getting trail magic of cakes, fruit and drinks. It was lovely to finally meet meet her. She gave me my box so I will not be cold tonite! Mehap arrived, finally I've caught up with him. After about an hour I had to say goodbye to Socks. (Cathy I really did appreciate your help, it was so nice for me to have someone out here who was looking out for me, thanks again. Your a real friend and a star!) I walked on with Mehap and Grasshopper. At the shelter we ordered pizza to be delivered. I decided to stay in the shelter as it was a nice one and it was due to storm tonite. It's been a good day and I felt strong again.Bye for now,Mayo.
Date: 2011-06-29
From: RPA Shelter.

To: Telephone pioneers shelter.
Miles today: 16.8
Weather: scattered clouds

It did thunder and rain hard last night, but I slept well. I was up late and hit the trail with Meehap and Grasshopper by 8.00. It was a nice warm day and a little less humid. We hiked to the road and walked to a local deli to get a late breakfast. The trail was fairly easy with a few small climbs. The views were nice across farming valleys. At the shelter I decided to camp but the sites are not great, on a bit of a slope, hope I don't roll down the hill!Bye for now,Mayo.
Date: 2011-06-30
From: Telephone pioneers shelter.

To: Ten mile shelter.
Miles today: 12.7
Weather: overcast clouds

I slept really well and was late up. Mehap, Grasshopper and I walked together again. The weather was perfect for hiking. We quickly reached the Appalachian rail station and the garden center. We all had a shower there but the guys didn't want to go to the deli for food, so I didn't bother. We were feeling a little tired today, so only did a short distance. We eventually hiked on and crossed mainly low lying countyside. I will be so glad to get back to the mountains again. We finally reached the shelter and I set up my tent. Gladgirl and Clutch arrived, it was good to see them again. Tomorrow I may go into town to resupply or wait until the next day, we'll see.Bye for now,Mayo.
Date: 2011-07-01
From: Ten mile shelter.

To: Stewart hollow lean-to.
Miles today: 15.7

I slept really well and was up and away by 7.00. I walked the 0.9 miles to the road, and then into Bulls bridge, which is a covered bridge, for breakfast. It was a really nice day again and I walked alone until I met Mehap on the trail. We walked a nice ridge and crossed the state boarder into CT. On reaching the road we walked into the town of Kent. It is a very rich town, not very hiker friendly, and expensive. I got a hotdog and icecream for lunch then headed out alone. I enjoyed the next ridge and felt really strong, but I get so hot, and therefore wet from sweat. I really need to do laundry, everything stinks! I'll have to put up with it until Sunday unfortunately. The climb down from Calebs peak was really steep and I bashed my knee hard, have a nice bruise to show for it. The path then followed the Housatonic river on a nice flat trail. The bugs were really bad, but once at the campsite they vanished, strange. Mehap arrived later but no sign of Grasshopper. I heard that Timber has left the trail and is heading back home to Germany. I was really sorry that his hike is over, I will miss him.Bye for now.Mayo.
Date: 2011-07-02
From: Stewart hollow lean-to.

To: Falls village.
Miles today: 18.2

I slept really well and was away by 8.00. I walked with Mehap and Grasshopper. At first we made good time along the river, but then we started a long climb with lots of ups and downs. It was hot and humid and the bugs were abundant! We had a few breaks and reached Pine swamp lean to for lunch. The guys seemed reluctant to leave so I pushed on alone. I reached the village by 17.00 and Boomer and Pilgrims group were just leaving the pub. We found the Toymakers cafe, who let's hikers camp out back for free. They do breakfast at 7.00 great! We all went for dinner at the pub, the food was good but expensive. Later Meehap and Grasshopper arrived. I was surprised to see them. I plan a short day into the next town tomorrow.Bye for now,Mayo
Date: 2011-07-03
From: Falls village.

To: Salisbury.
Miles today: 8.2
Weather: haze

I was up for 7.00 and had a nice breakfast in the cafe. Easy does it, a sectiom hiker had some stitches which he needed removing, so I took them out for him, he was very greateful, said he didn't feel anything. On the trail I passed a nice waterfall but was mainly in the trees apart from one really pretty view across open meadows. I soon reached the town, it was a nice easy day. I stayed in a ladies house with Pilgrims group. She took us to eat and do laundry and dropped us in town to do re supply and internet. It rained most of the day so was a good one to spent in town. Back to the trail tomorrow. Hoping to do a big day but will see how things go.Bye for now.Mayo
Date: 2011-07-04
From: Salisbury.

To: Hemlocks lean-to.
Miles today: 13.5

I didn't sleep that well, not sure why. I was up early and made myself eggs on toast. I started walking by 7.00. I had decided on a shorter day than planned so could take my time and enjoy the weather. I climbed 3 mountains and the views from the rocky tops were beautiful. There were some steep descents which were challenging in places. I sat for a long time on one out look and got a little sunburnt! I passed the state boarder into Massachusetts, my 11th state, only 4 to go! At the shelter I decided to camp due to the bugs. I'm heading for a hostel tomorrow. It's been a really nice day, but didn't see any of the guys.Bye for now.Mayo
Date: 2011-07-05
From: Hemlocks lean-to.

To: East mountain retreat centre.
Miles today: 16.5

I was up and packed by 7.00. I walked down to the next camping area where Boomer was camped. We walked together all day. It was a nice day with the temperature around 85f. We dropped down a steep descent to cross the valley and although the walking was easy the bugs were really bad. At US7 we walked about a mile to a burger bar and had lunch. We were offered a lift back to the trail by a local lady. We climbed up East Mountain and met a group of young people doing trail maintenance which looked hot work. We sat on a nice rocky view point and chatted for a while. Eventually we reached the hostel and ordered pizza to be delivered. We have the place to ourselves. We had showers and did laundry. It has been a nice day but the bugs are bad in this low country.Bye for now.Mayo.
Date: 2011-07-06
From: East mountain retreat centre.

To: Upper goose pond.
Miles today: 19.8
Weather: clear sky

I was up and packed for 7.00. Boomer was not feeling well this morning so decided to take a zero. I seem to be unlucky with partners getting ill. I headed out and walked alone all day seeing no other thru hikers. It was a beautiful day with some nice views. The bugs were bad again and the number of bites is rising. I passed a beaver pond which was really lovely. I stopped after 10 miles for lunch of left over pizza, nice. I pressed on and arrived at the shelter. This place is great with bunks with a mattress, I am easily pleased. I went down to the jetty on the pond which is really a small lake, really pretty. I jumped in and the water was warm, so refreshing! I then took a kayak out for a while, it was so relaxing out there. Meehap and Grasshopper had spent a zero here, it is a perfect place to take a day off. Later Hazard came in with Drumsolo. They said that Boomer was walking and intended to go about 10 miles, good for him. Later a heavy storm rolled in, glad I'm in doors. It has been a great day, and the caretaker is making pancakes for breakfast! Couldn't be better.Bye for now.Mayo.
Date: 2011-07-07
From: Upper goose pond.

To: Dalton.
Miles today: 20.0
Weather: broken clouds

The caretaker made us blueberry pancakes for breakfast, nice. I hit the trail by 8.00. It was a hot day but the trail was muddy after the storms of last night. It was hard going because the path was overgrown. The trail passed some nice lakes but there were few views. I stopped for lunch at the 'cookie ladies' house. I then pushed on to Dalton. I am in a guys house. He lets hikers crash, do laundry and showers. Meehap, Grasshooper, Stanley thermos, Hazard and drumsolo are all here. It was a nice day but I have a lot of nasty bites.Bye for now.Mayo
Date: 2011-07-08
From: Dalton.

To: Mark Noepel lean-to.
Miles today: 13.4

I didn't sleep too well and was slow to get packed this morning. Thunder storms were predicted so I only plan to go half way up Mt Greylock. We all went for breakfast at the local cafe. I then hit the trail with Meehap and Hazard. We climbed Crystal mountain and then dropped down into Cheshire for lunch. I then started the long climb up Greylock. It was the first mountain over 3000ft since Virginia. I really pushed hard to beat the rain. I could hear the thunder in the distance. I reached the shelter just as the rain started. Meehap, Hazard, Drumsolo and Stanley thermos are all in the shelter with me. Grasshopper has not shown up he was feeling his knees. Mt Greylock tomorrow in hopefully good weather.Bye for now.Mayo
Date: 2011-07-09
From: Mark Noepel lean-to.

To: Seth Warner shelter.
Miles today: 16.5
Weather: clear sky

I slept well and was up and away by 7.00. I climbed the last 1000ft up to the summit of Mt Greylock at 3491 the highest point in MA. I had no views as it was misty so I went to Bascum lodge and found Pilgrim, Mofo and Guinness inside. They had been dropped of by Tom Levardi and were slack packing south to Dalton. I had a coffee and then walked up to the monument which looks like a lighthouse. There I found Meehap and we walked down the mountain together. The weather improved and turned into a lovely day for walking. At MA2 we walked to the shop to do re supply. I bought fried chicken and donuts, nice. Drumsolo, Hazard and Stanley Thermos had joined us and we all hit the trail together. We had a steep climb of 1500ft up to the state border of Vermont, my 12th state. At the shelter I decided to camp and it looks like being a nice night.Bye for now.Mayo.
Date: 2011-07-10
From: Seth Warner shelter.

To: Melville Nauheim shelter.
Miles today: 13.1
Weather: clear sky

It was pretty cool during the night but I slept well and was away by 7.00. I walked to the first shelter and took a break. The weather was beautiful and there were some really amazing beaver ponds. Meehap and Grasshopper arrived and we decided to go into town. We arrived at the road and a car pulled up in the parking area. The guy hiked the AT last year, and gave us a ride into town. We had Mac Donalds and went to Walmart for ice cream. We were sat outside when a guy offered to take us back to the trail, so lucky today. We hiked the 2 miles up a steep climb to the shelter and I decided to camp. Photon and Infidel turned up, looking tired. I felt really strong today, hope that continues.Bye for now.Mayo
Date: 2011-07-11
From: Melville Nauheim shelter.

To: Story spring shelter.
Miles today: 18.8
Weather: broken clouds

I slept really well and really didn't want to get up. I eventually got packed and hit the trail by 7.30. It was another nice day, but the bugs are getting worse. The woods are nice in this area, with lots of beaver lakes, but the views are few. I climbed the fire tower on Glastenbury mountain for a view above the trees. We had lunch at Goddard shelter then I pushed on to Story spring shelter where I camped. So good to be in my tent and out of the bugs. I will go into town tomorrow and stay in a hostel. It will be an early start as it is 21 miles.Bye for now.Mayo
Date: 2011-07-12
From: Story spring shelter.

To: Manchester
Miles today: 21.5
Weather: light rain

I was packed and on the trail by 6.30. The climbed up Stratton mountain 3936ft was really hard, and seemed to go on for ever. I was not feeling strong as I slept so badly due to the tent site not being flat, kept rolling off my mat! It was cool and breezy which was welcome. But at the top I got no views. I walked with Peter, Mehap and Grasshopper. We made good time and we pushed on to town. We all wanted to have Mac Donalds, which is always a good motivator on the trail! We hit the road by 15.00, not bad for 21 miles. We got a hitch in 5 minutes and headed to Mac Donalds. After over indulging we did re supply and then rang the Hostel to be picked up. This place is really cool, with free Ben and Jerrys!. When we arrived I noticed the owner Jeff had put up a Union Jack on the side of the hostel to welcome me, a really nice touch. He took our picture and will put it on his TJ site, Green mountain house. I did laundry and re waterproofed my gear, not that I expect it to help. My boots are finally starting to fall apart I will try to find someone to repair them, they have done a lot of miles. Hope for a good nights sleep.Bye for now.Mayo
Date: 2011-07-13
From: Manchester

To: Big branch shelter.
Miles today: 16.5
Weather: broken clouds

I slept well and got up and packed. Then I went down and had breakfast with Peter. Jeff then took us back to the trail. It was a really nice day, but rain was predicted. We climbed up to the top of Bromley mountain 3260ft. At the top we found Mehap and Grasshopper. They had slept in a ski hut last night. We decided to walk 0.5 miles down to the resort area. There we all went down a sledge run it was great fun. At the bottom I had a coke and a burger. We got Mehap to go on the kiddies zip line, he had to throw a soft toy into a box as he passed. He hit it and the hiker trash cheered him on, ha ha! Peter and I then took Mehap and Grasshopper on at basket ball. The team who lost got a soaking from water jets, they were of cause very wet at the end. We got the ski lift back up the mountain and sat in the sun for a while. I decided it was time to hike, it was mid day and I still had 13.5 miles to do. I walked down and then climbed Styles and Peru peaks before dropping down to Peru shelter. As I had a short break it started to rain. Soon the shelter was full and it was now thundering and lightening. Eventually I decided to push on in the storm. The rest followed and then the storm really hit us, first heavy rain, then hail and winds. It was really wild for a while and soon I was very wet. We pushed on to the shelter at Lost pond, it was full. So we went to Big branch, it was full. I had spotted a path down to the river so suggested we check it out, we found a flat area for camping. We set up the tents and I am now warm and dry in my sleeping bag. It's been a very full day! I am heading into town tomorrow to stay in a hotel so can get things dried out. I need a better bag for my sleeping bag as it did get slightly wet insided my rucksac. I will check the out fitters in town tomorrow.Bye for now.A damp Mayo.