morvasaaty/AppalachianTrail-LD-Hikers-Blogs-and-Weather-20-years huggingface dataset:
Date: 2016-09-12
From: Bromley Mountain Ski Patrol Warming Hut

To: Sutton's Place Manchester Vermont
Miles today: 3.0
Weather: clear sky

Have now been hiking the AT for 6 months!!Awake at 6.00 and watch a beautiful sunrise from Bromley Mountain, packed my gear away and was back on the trail for 7.00.3 mile hike to VT 11 & 30 where I hitched a ride to Manchester VA.Grabbed a sandwich and coffee and then headed to Firefly the local beer emporium for UFO Pumpkin Ale, Citizen Cider, Switchback IPA and Blue Moon and lunch. No better way to spend my 6 months anniversary!!Booked in at Sutton's Place and then did my laundry and resupply before heading for Ye Olde Tevern (established 1790) for dinner and beers where I had to reacquaint myself with a knife and fork and table manners.Manchester is a very high end town with plenty of designer outlets and the like.Weather has been really hot and I'm tempted to stay for another day but my plans are to get back on the trail tomorrow.
Date: 2016-09-13
From: Sutton's Place Manchester Vermont

To: Black Brook Camping
Miles today: 18.4
Weather: broken clouds

Awake at 7.00 and walked back into town for a quick breakfast.Started hitching a ride back to the trail, no luck for about 30 minutes until an old lady stopped for me.Have heard of this trail Angel before as she started telling me "X" rated limericks for the whole journey back to VT 11 & 30.The weather was sunny and warm but enough tree cover to keep cool.Steady hiking for most of the day with just one ascent to the summit of Stratton Mountain where I climbed the look out tower and had great 360 degree views.Apparently Brenton MacKaye was inspired to propose the creation of the AT whilst here.Steady descent until I reached Black Brook where I set up camp and had dinner.An ideal setting by the slow brook.Now starts to go dark at about 19.00.A little over 600 miles before I arrive at Harper's Ferry.
Date: 2016-09-14
From: Black Brook Stealth Camping

To: Melville Nauheim Shelter
Miles today: 20.1
Weather: clear sky

Awake at 7.00 and afer breakfast was back on the trail for 8.00.Steady hiking all day, began to notice the change of colour of the leaves on the trees, looking picturesque.Climbed the lookout tower on Glastonbury Mountain but due to low clouds and mist not a lot to view.Stopped at Melville Nauheim Shelter where I set up camp and was asleep for 19.00.The only NOBO hikers I've encountered today on the trail were hiking the Long Trail which is the same trail as AT for over 105 miles through Vermont.
Date: 2016-09-15
From: Melville Nauheum Shelter

To: Catamount Motel Bennington VT
Miles today: 1.6
Weather: clear sky

Awake at 7.30 after a 11 hour sleep, obviously needed.Packed away and back on the trail for 8.30.Short hike to VT 9 where I hitched a ride to Bennington.Had a big breakfast at the Sunny Side Diner before booking in at the Catamount Motel.Showered, changed and walked into town for a beer at Madison Brewing Company Pub and Restaurant before heading to Bennington Station Restaurant to have a good lunch with Charlie and Horizon.The went to the Tap House at Catamount Glass for a few beers and a snack after which went to the Northshire Brewery for more beer.Called in at JC's Tavern for a couple more beers before heading back to the motel, enjoyable day.
Date: 2016-09-16
From: Catamount Motel Bennington VT

To: Catamount Motel Bennington VT
Miles today: 0.0

Awake at 7.30 and decided to have a "cultural" day.Walked to Bennington Battle Monument which is Vermont's tallest structure at 306 ft high and was built to commemorate a pivotal Revolutionary War battle that changed the course of American history.Great views of Vermont, Massachusetts and New York from the observation deck.Had a stroll around the town before going for lunch.Relaxed the rest of the day as I'm back on the trail tomorrow.
Date: 2016-09-17
From: Catamount Motel Bennington VT

To: Sherman Brook Campsite
Miles today: 16.8
Weather: broken clouds

Awake at 6.30 feeling totally refreshed.Packed away my gear and got a ride back to the trail from Steve/Jack.Back hiking at 10.00 with a 1 mile beast of a climb out of Bennington.After that the terrain levelled off with only a few short climbs.Weather was perfect for hiking but rain is forecast for later tonight and early tomorrow.Left Vermont and crossed into Massachusetts for the next 90.5 miles.Hiked to Sherman Brook Campsite and set up camp at about 17.00 after a hike of nearly 17 miles.Only animals for company tonight.Tomorrow looks to be a hard day with climbs up   Mount Prospect,Mount Williams and Mount Greylock which is the highest peak in Massachusetts at nearly 3,500 ft.
Date: 2016-09-18
From: Sherman Brook Campsite

To: Mount Greylock Bascom Lodge
Miles today: 7.9
Weather: light rain

Awoken at 6.30 with the sound of rain beating down on my tarp.Decided to wait whilst the rain eased which was about 7.30. Packed away and back on the trail for 8.30 with just a drizzle.Steady hiking until I passed through North Adams where the rain started again, was then welcomed with the sight of Mount Greylock in the distance, for the next 6 miles I struggled with the cold, wet clothes and steep ascent.Eventually made it to the summit of Mount Greylock where I decided to stop for lunch at Bascom Lodge.Unfortunately the weather today has meant that there have been no views from the top of Mt. Greylock.Decided to stop the night here, showered and changed and sat myself in the front of a big log fire whilst I waited for 17.00 when alcoholic drinks are served.Enjoyed a few local beers whilst planning my hike tomorrow, rain is forecast for most of the day, might have to consider my options.
Date: 2016-09-19
From: Mount Greylock Bascom Lodge

To: Shamrock Inn Dalton
Miles today: 17.2
Weather: scattered clouds

Awake at 6.00 with rain running down the window, down for breakfast at 8.00.Rain stopped and was back on the trail for 9.00.Nice easy day with mainly descents, trail went through Cheshire it no reason to stop there.4 mile climb over Crystal Mountain before arriving in Dalton.1 mile hike through town and then booked in at Shamrock Village Inn where I did my laundry before heading across the road to Jacob's Bar for a rewarding beer.Then to Paddy's Restaurant for dinner and Pumpkin Ale which is one of my favourites.Back to the motel to watch TV and relax.Good days hike but tiring.
Date: 2016-09-20
From: Shamrock Inn Dalton

To: October Mountain Shelter
Miles today: 11.8
Weather: clear sky

Awake at 7.00, showered and booked out of motel.Went for breakfast of coffee and sandwich at adjacent cafe before heading back to the trail.Warm and sunny day but humid.Steady hiking all day, stopped at "Cookie Lady" for biscuits and sodas, nice place to stop and relax for an hour.Hiked another couple of miles and decided to have an early finish at October Mountain Shelter where I set up camp for the night.Only 11.8 miles today but still on schedule to meet my friend Mike in Kent Massachusetts at the weekend.
Date: 2016-09-21
From: October Mountain Shelter

To: Shaker Campsite
Miles today: 18.7
Weather: few clouds

Awake at 7.00 and back on the trail for 7.30.Beautiful sunny day with nice steady hiking.Stopped at Upper Goose Pond for a quick lunch in the sun.Went off trail a couple of times as the fallen leaves had covered over the trail.On Jerusalem Rd near Tyringham there was a small lean to with water and sodas and a honesty box, grabbed a couple of sodas.Stopped at Shaker Campsite for the night, once again I was the only camper.Warning signs regarding frequent visits by bears so made sure all my food was stored in the bear box as opposed to a bear line which I normally use.The nights are drawing in and it starts to get dark about 18.30.
Date: 2016-09-22
From: Shaker Campsite

To: MA US 7 (Jess Retreat Sheffield)
Miles today: 17.6

Awake at 7.00 and after breakfast was back on the trail for just after 8.00.Last night was a scary night with all sorts of strange noises emenating from the woods, even though I'm used to camping by myself I sometimes feel uneasy with wild life about.Steady climbing for the first part of the day which included a few steep ascents, also water has become scarce due to the lack of rain.Had to get my water from a stagnant beaver pond which I'm sure is not advisable, fortunately some kind person left fresh water at one of the trail heads so I ditched mine and refilled with clean water.The temperature today was in the low 80's which made hiking hard work.I managed to get a cell signal and booked a room at Jess Treat house and she collected me from the trail head.Quick shower and change and Jess shuttled me into Great Barrington for food and beer.Afterwards I was picked up from the pub and stopped at the supermarket for a resupply.Have a problem with a bone in my right foot which I hope will have cleared by tomorrow.
Date: 2016-09-23
From: Jess Retreat Sheffield MA US 7

To: Brassie Brook Campsite
Miles today: 16.8

Awake and down for breakfast at 7.30.Shuttled back and on the trail by 8.15.Nice cool day to start, ideal hiking weather but became a lot warmer later, into the 80's again.A nice steady 4 mile hike and then the climbing started with Jug End, Mount Bushnell, Mount Everett and Mount Race which I knew were going to be hard work.Was rewarded with fantastic views from Mount Race and 0.6 mile hike along the ridge line.Great views of Valley of Twin Lakes, Catskills and Mount Greylock in the far distance.Crossed the Massachusetts/Connecticut border and ascended Bear Mountain (second highest peak in Connecticut) which was a hard climb at the end of the day.At the top I climbed onto a rock observation tower (large pile of rocks) which once again afforded great views.Steady hike down to Brassie Brook Shelter where I set up camp for the night.Once again I was the only hiker about.
Date: 2016-09-24
From: Brassie Brook Shelter

To: Toymakers Cafe Falls Village CT
Miles today: 12.0

Awake at 7.00 after a restless night due to all the animal movements, might be bears or chipmunks but in the night every sound is loud and unnerving.Packed away and on the trail for 8.15.Started off feeling cold but soon warmed up.Trail nice and flat with plenty of switch backs making the slight ascents easy.Good views from Lions Head before descending near Salisbury.Passed Giants Thumb a large monolithic stone on the way up Mount Prospect.Downhill to Housatonic River and the Falls.Short walk across Iron Mountain Bridge into Falls Village.Stopped at the Toymakers Cafe where I had lunch and sodas.Met Westy, a southbound hiker who I originally met in Monson, a real nice gentleman.Set up my hammock at the rear and spent the afternoon relaxing with more cold drinks.At 17.00 walked down to Falls Village Inn for cold beers and dinner.Horizon turned up at about 20.00 so more beer was consumed until closing time.Sometimes life can be hard on the trail!
Date: 2016-09-25
From: Toymakers Cafe Falls Village CT

To: Toymakers Cafe Falls Village CT
Miles today: 0.0
Weather: fog

Awake at 7.00 and a short walk of 50' to the Toymakers Cafe for breakfast with Horizon.My friend Mike from West Simsbury who has been helping on my AT adventures arrived at 10.00 and we had a short walk to Falls Village Inn where we had lunch and a few beers.I originally met Mike in 2006 on my visit to see Bob Dylan in Portland and Boston, great guy and good buddy.After Mike left I returned to the Inn for a few more beers and spent the afternoon relaxing before returning to the trail tomorrow.Falls Village is a great place to stop, relax and enjoy the local hospitality.
Date: 2016-09-26
From: Toymakers Cafe Falls Village CT

To: Stewart Hollow Brook Shelter
Miles today: 18.1
Weather: overcast clouds

Awake at 6.00, the temperatures in the morning are getting colder and I imagine it will only get colder, back on the trail for 7.00.Nice easy hiking today, mainly flat with just a handful of short climbs.The only problem is the shortage of water as all the streams and ravines are dry.Even Houstonic River is very low and slow flowing.Decided to have a early finish at 16.00 after hiking over 18 miles.Stopped at Stewart Hollow Brook Shelter and set up camp.Had dinner complete with a beer provided by a fellow hiker, happy days!Temperatures in the low 30's forecast for tonight with rain also.A hungry bear is prowling around in the river about 50 yards away!
Date: 2016-09-27
From: Stewart Hollow Brook Shelter

To: Ten Mile River Shelter
Miles today: 15.7
Weather: scattered clouds

Awoke to rain at 6.30 but it stopped by 7.00.Packed away by 8.00 and back on the trail.2 mile hike by Housatonic River before a steep climb up to St. John's Ledges with good views to the East.Steady climb up Schaghticoke Mountain and good views from Indian Rocks.Crossed from CT to NY and then back again before descending and crossing Bulls Bridge, 19th Century wooden bridge.Stopped at the garage store for beer, ice cream, chocolate and a banana before returning to the trail and stopping at Ten Mile River Shelter where I set up camp, nice secluded shelter with a hand pump for water which was surprisingly working after the drought of the last month or so.
Date: 2016-09-28
From: Ten Mile River Shelter

To: Telephone Pioneers Shelter
Miles today: 12.8
Weather: clear sky

Awake at 7.00 to a cool morning, breakfast and back on the trail for 8.15.Substantial climb up Ten Mile Hill before crossing from Connecticut into New York.Fairly easy hiking for a while including nice pastures before passing a wooden water tower.Plenty of leaves on the trail as most of the trees are bare, wide variety of colours.Stopped at Roseanne's Kitchen for chilli, rice balls, coffee and soda, very enjoyable.Passed AT Railroad Station and an easy hike until reaching Dover Oak, largest oak tree on the AT which is over 300 years old and a girth exceeding 20'.Uphill hike to Telephone Pioneers Shelter where I set up camp for the night, a fairly short days hiking of 12.8 miles but the next shelter is nearly 8 miles away and rain is forecast.
Date: 2016-09-29
From: Telephone Pioneers Shelter

To: RPH Shelter
Miles today: 16.8
Weather: scattered clouds

Awake at 6.30 and back on the trail for 8.00.Bit chilly start to the day so donned my goose down jacket for the first few miles until I warmed up.Fairly steep climb up West Mountain before it levelled off.Was joined by Bean who I first met on Katahdin and have seen at various times along the trail, she is also flip flopping as well.Hiked passed Nuclear Lake and then a steady hike to Morgan Stewart Shelter where we stopped for lunch.At NY 52 we hiked down the road about 0.3 mile to a deli for beer, chocolate, ice cream and cakes, well received!A 5 mile hike to RPH Shelter where we decided to stop for the night and bumped into Westy who was waiting for a ride to New Jersey with a family member.Had dinner and beer and decided to take a trip into NYC on Saturday/Sunday so I can watch the Spurs v Manchester City football match at 09.15 on Sunday morning in one of the many Irish bars.
Date: 2016-09-30
From: RPH Shelter

To: Graymoor Spiritual Life Center Pavillion
Miles today: 18.8
Weather: light rain

Awake at 6.30 and back on the trail for 7.30.Nice steady start to the day then a fairly steep climb up Shenandoah Mountain and the painted 911 Memorial Flag.Passed Canopus Lake and beach before it started to rain.The rain then became harder with a few steady climbs and with thoroughly wet clothes it was hard work.Stopped at Graymoor Spiritual Life Center pavilion where I set up my hammock and made dinner, the pavilion is an open area without any glass in the windows, the wind blows straight through!Glad to be out of my wet clothes and into my sleeping attire.Short hike tomorrow to Peekskill and catching the train to NYC for the weekend so I can watch the soccer match.
Date: 2016-10-01
From: Graymoor Spiritual Life Center Pavillion

To: Hotel St James Times Square NYC
Miles today: 0.6
Weather: light rain

Awake at 7.00 after a good nights sleep other than being disturbed by owls and the like.Packed away and on the trail for 8.00.Short 0.2 hike before reaching Appalachian Diner where breakfast was taken.Hitched a ride with Bean to Garrison and caught the train to the Big Apple.Arrived at Grand Central Station and the first stop was for a beer at the Pig 'n Whistle before booking into Hotel St. James just off Times Square.Then Bean and myself went to the laundromat to wash our trail clothes so as to avoid smelling like a pair of hobos.Next stop was Juniors Restaurant which is world renowned for its cheesecake, definitely recommended.I then went for a walk about and ended up at the Ginger Man craft ale bar where I sampled half a dozen or so locally brewed beers before returning to the hotel just before midnight, late night for me!
Date: 2016-10-02
From: Hotel St James Times Square NYC

To: Hotel St James Times Square NYC
Miles today: 0.0
Weather: scattered clouds

Awake at 7.00, quick shower and off out for breakfast and a 30 minute walk to the Mad Hatters Saloon which is the local bar for supporters of Manchester City Football Club.Arrived just before 9.00 and had my first beer of the day, Fullers London Pride.The match against Tottenham Hotspur started at 9.15 and unfortunately resulted in a 2/0 defeat, enough said.Afterwards Bean and myself had a walk around the city doing the tourist bit.Will be back on the trail tomorrow with a potential hard ascent of Bear Mountain so it will be an early night tonight with an early start in the morning.NYC is hectic and rather intimidating but fun after spending the last 7 months in the wilderness.Looking forward to getting back on the trail and have just over 390 miles left before finishing in Harper's Ferry hopefully at the beginning of November.Have just received notification from Immigration that my application for a 3 month visa extension which was applied for at the beginning of July has been approved, so no problems there.
Date: 2016-10-03
From: Hotel St James Times Square NYC

To: West Mountain Shelter
Miles today: 12.8
Weather: scattered clouds

Awake at 6.00, packed away and back on the street for 6.45.Short walk to Grand Central Station and caught the 7.20 train back to Garrison Station.Managed to hitch a ride back to the Appalachian Market for a breakfast before heading back on the trail for 10.00.Steady hiking and walk across Bear Mountain Bridge and the Hudson River, slow walk through the Zoo (lowest point on the AT) where there were two bears caged up, sad sight.Grabbed a soda from the vending machine before tackling Bear Mountain which was a steep but enjoyable climb with purpose built steps almost to the top.Stopped at the Perkins Memorial Tower before heading for West Mountain.Decided on an early finish and stopped at West Mountain Shelter which had views of NYC skyline and the Hudson River.Had an enjoyable time in NYC but it's good to be back on the trail again.
Date: 2016-10-04
From: West Mountain Shelter

To: Little Dam Lake 
Miles today: 15.8

Awake at 6.00 and on the trail for 7.15.A 0.6 mile hike back to the trail followed by a 0.4 wrong turn made to a bad start to the day.Today was a mixture of rocks and many climbs including Black, Island Pond and Arden Mountains which made it a hard day.Fun time of the day was squeezing through the Lemon Squeezer which was a very tight gap between two vertical rock faces.Whilst daydreaming along the trail was startled by a rattlesnake which took a lunge at me but fortunately missed me, gave me a surprise and will have to keep my eyes open in future.Was told NY part of the trail was easy, well it definitely isn't.For me all of the trail is hard, just some parts aren't as hard as others.Bean and I decided to make camp at Little Dam Lake, had dinner and into my hammock, feeling totally exhausted today.Will be leaving NY tomorrow and entering NJ.
Date: 2016-10-05
From: Little Dam Lake 

To: Long House Drive 825.6 miles (Mosey Hostel)
Miles today: 17.2
Weather: overcast clouds

Awake at 6.30 and back on the trail for 7.15 for what according to AWOL appeared to be an average days hike.Weather cool and sunny.Stiff climb up Buchanan Mountain before climbing Cat Rocks and Eastern Pinnacles.Stopped at the hot dog stand which offered 2 hot dogs, soda and chips for $5.50!A 100 yard walk for Ice Cream at Bellvale Farms for great banana split with 3 ice flavours and all the business, apparently this establishment was voted the second best ice cream in the country.Reluctantly returned to the trail where it was steady hiking up to Prospect Rock which is the highest point on the AT in NY.Crossed from NY to NJ and arrived at Long House Drive where we were met by Mosie, the hostel owner who drove us back to Port Jervis NY where I showered, went out for food and beer including Boddingtons Bitter from Manchester!Today was a very hard days hiking and south NY especially tough.Tomorrow will be shuttled to NJ 284 where we will slackpack back to Long House Drive.
Date: 2016-10-06
From: NJ 284 Unionville 843.2 miles (Mosey Hostel)

To: Long House Drive 825.6 miles (Mosey Hostel)
Miles today: 17.6
Weather: broken clouds

Awake at 6.00, breakfast and shuttled back to mileage 843.2 NY and back on the trail for 7.30.Weather was chilly but soon warmed up once I got going.Today turned into a hot day.Steady hiking but nice and easy, especially without 45lbs on my back to slow me down.Walking through the dewy grass it soon became apparent that my hiking shoes were letting in water and my feet soon became wet through.Nice hike over the swamp with flat boardwalks for about 2 miles and over Pochuck Creek suspension footbridge.Stopped at Heaven Hill Farm where I sampled some of their fine wines and pastries.Climbed up Wawayanda Mountain known as 'stairway to heaven' and stopped on Pinwheels vista with fine views.Steady hike down to Long House Drive where Mosey shuttled us back to Port Jervis.Stopped at an outfitters and bought new boots.Quick stop for a resupply before heading into town for dinner and beers.Nice easy day mainly due to slack packing, back to carrying my pack tomorrow.
Date: 2016-10-07
From: Mosey Hostel/Long House Drive 825.6 miles

To: Mashipacong Shelter
Miles today: 15.4
Weather: light rain

Awake at 6.30, breakfast and shuttled back to NJ 284 mileage 843.2.Steady climbing all morning and passed by a obelisk which is 220' atop the highest point in NJ.Stopped at High Point State Park Headquarters for lunch, nice place to stop.Hiked to Mashipacong Shelter for the night, set up camp and had dinner.Weather has been very warm today and after yesterdays food resupply my pack was heavy which made for a fairly hard days hike with plenty of rocks which will hopefully prepare me for Pennsylvania.A couple of guys were out with deer corn for deer hunting, Monday October 10 is the beginning of the bear hunting season so I best watch out for myself!
Date: 2016-10-08
From: Mashipacong Shelter

To: 867.4 miles (Forest Motel Branchville)
Miles today: 8.8
Weather: moderate rain

Awake at 6.00, breakfast and on the trail for 7.15.Weather fine and a steady climb up Sunrise Mountain and stopped at the pavilion for a short rest.Passed Culver Fire Tower but not worth the climb as the low clouds and mist meant there were no views.AT US 206 came off the trail and decided to take a "Nero", called in Gyp's Tavern for a few beers and pizza before walking down to Forest Motel for the night.Short walk across the road for a few beers and dinner at the Mezza Luna Italian Restaurant.Early night before returning to the trail tomorrow.The last few days hiking have been strenuous with all the rocks underfoot and with the prospect of many more to come in Pennsylvania, not looking forward to that!
Date: 2016-10-09
From: Forest Motel Branchville/867.4 miles

To: Mohican Outdoor Centre
Miles today: 17.6

Awake at 6.00 and was shuttled back to the trail by the motel proprietor at 8.15.Cold morning with forecast of rain which thankfully didn't materialise.Steady hiking all day with a mixture of rocks and some easy sections.Climbed Rattlesnake Mountain but no sighting of any snakes fortunately.Climbed Catfish Lookout Tower which afforded great, clear views.Decided to stop at Mohican Outdoor Centre where I showered and had dinner.Good place to stop for the night with small selection of resupply, wifi and 24 hour lounge.