morvasaaty/AppalachianTrail-LD-Hikers-Blogs-and-Weather-20-years huggingface dataset:
Date: 2016-10-10
From: Mohican Outdoor Centre

To: Church of the Mountain Hiker Center
Miles today: 10.8
Weather: clear sky

Awake at 6.00, breakfast and back on the trail for 7.30.Weather dry and cold, hiking nice and steady with a plenty of rocks.Nice hike past Sunfish Pond with interesting rock sculptures.A lot of day hikers about as it's Columbus Day today which is a national holiday.Hiked across the Deleware River Bridge and crossed from New Jersey into Pennsylvania, no rocks/boulders yet!Decided to have an early finish and stopped at the Church of the Mountain Hiker Center.Shuttled into Stroudsburg for resupply and then back into town for lunch and beer.Afternoon spent relaxing and anticipating all the rocks/boulders promised for the next 2 weeks.Walked across the road to the Sycamore Inn for dinner and a few craft beers before retiring for an early night.
Date: 2016-10-11
From: Church of the Mountain Hiker Center

To: PA 33 Wind Gap PA (The Stempas)
Miles today: 15.6

Awake at 4.30 owing to staying in the church hostel with all associated noises.Breakfast and back on the trail for 7.00 sunrise.The weather was bitterly cold and had to wear my gloves and down jacket to start with.Steep climb out of Deleware Gap to the top of Mount Minsi and then a steady hike over the multitude of rocks and boulders which have begun to give me ankle/knee problems already.Came across some young day campers where we were offered pancakes and eggs, "trail magic" which was totally unexpected but greatly appreciated.Climb up Wolf Rocks with some good views and then down into Wind Gap.Walked into town for a bite to eat and a few beers at Beer Stein before calling John Stempa who collected us and went to his house and set up hammock in the garage.Shuttled into Kunkletown to the Inn for dinner, first pub/restaurant where you can't buy beer but they give it to you free as they don't have a liquor licence!Enjoyed the good meal and a few beers before being collected by John and returned to his house for the evening.Today has been a hard days hiking with all the rocks and boulders and I reckon I'll probably be complaining for the next 200 miles or so as I always struggle on this type of terrain.Have been hiking for the last week or so with a lady physiotherapist from Texas who is a good companion and maybe can help me with any pains I suffer on the trail.I have until recently always hiked by myself but Bean is good company and we share the costs of motel/ hotel stops and have a laugh along the trail.About 250 miles left before I finish in Harper's Ferry.
Date: 2016-10-12
From: PA 33 Wind Gap PA (The Stempas)

To: Little Gap PA (The Stempas)
Miles today: 15.4
Weather: clear sky

Awake at 6.30 and shuttled back to PA 33 Wind Gap by the John the Mechanical Man, back on the trail for 8.30.Slack packed today, steady hiking with no serious rocks/boulders, nice views from Hahns Overlook.Weather was cool and sunny, ideal hiking weathering Arrived at Little Gap Rd mid afternoon and was shuttled back to Kunkletown by John, early dinner and beers at Kunkletown Inn before returning to John's house near Smith Gap Rd.Tomorrow John will shuttle us back to Little Gap Rd where we will meet Kathy from Filbert B&B who will take our packs and we'll slack pack to PA 309 and stay the night at her Victorian farmhouse near Danielsville PA.
Date: 2016-10-13
From: Little Gap PA (The Stempas)

To: PA 309 (Filbert B&B)
Miles today: 18.6
Weather: few clouds

Awake at 6.00 and was shuttled back to Little Gap Road by John "Mechanical Man", met up with Kathy from Filbert B&B who took our packs before we slack packed for the day.Steady hiking for the first couple of hours before descending rock/boulders down to Lehigh River.Then hiked to George W. Outerbridge Shelter and stopped for a rest and a quick snack.We then had light rain which made hiking more difficult.Stopped at Bake Oven Knob Shelter for lunch.Hiked Bears Rock and Knife Edge which were both challenging especially in the rain which made a the rocks very slippery but enjoyable.Nice easy hike to PA 309 where we stopped at Blue Mountain Summit B&B for a good few beers and dinner.Was then shuttled to Filbert B&B by Kathy where I showered, left my laundry and watched TV before plan tomorrow's hike.
Date: 2016-10-14
From: PA 309 (Filbert B&B)

To: Hawk Mt. Rd 956.9 miles (Common Ground Farm)
Miles today: 11.5
Weather: overcast clouds

Awake at 6.00 and down for breakfast at 7.30.Shuttled back to PA 309 Blue Mountain Summit at 8.15.Nice steady hiking for about 3 miles with only minor rocks/boulders.Good views from Dans Pulpit before negotiating some difficult rocks.Arrived at Eckville Shelter and decided to book a room at Common Ground Farm & Retreat.We borrowed the proprietors truck and went to Stony Run Inn and Grill a German restaurant for dinner and a few beers.Returned to the farm and decided to slack pack tomorrow into Hamburg.Not spent to many nights in the woods recently but I'm enjoying having a bed and good food and beer after a hard days hiking in rocky Pennsylvania.
Date: 2016-10-15
From: Common Ground Farm/Hawk Mt. Rd 956.9 miles

To: Pavillion Port Clinton
Miles today: 14.8
Weather: clear sky

Awake at 6.00 and relaxed until 8.00 before having a full farmhouse breakfast which was really good and filling.Was shuttled back to Hawk Mountain Rd and back on the trail by 9.50.A nice easy hike up to the Pinnacle where we were came across about 50 day hikers, great views from here.Nice descent downtown Pulpit Rock after passing about another 30 day hikers, busy day today as the weather is glorious.Fairly steep descent to Port Clinton where after a short walk by the river arrived in town.Went to Port Clinton Hotel for dinner and a few beers and met Mike from Common Ground Farm who brought our packs over.A short walk down to the Pavillion where we set up our hammocks for the night, fortunately the forecast for tonight is fairly mild.Tomorrow will be a "Zero" day in Hamburg, time to relax, shower, laundry and have a few beers before returning to the trail on Monday.Less than 200 miles to Harper's Ferry and the end of my AT.
Date: 2016-10-16
From: Pavillion Port Clinton

To: Microtel Hamburg
Miles today: 0.0
Weather: overcast clouds

Awake at 7.00 and had a lie in until 10.00 as today is a "Zero" day, first rest day for 12 days.Walked down to the Port Clinton Inn for beer and breakfast, great start to the day.Called in next door to the Peanut Shop for resupply of sweets, toffees and fudge!A 2 mile walk along the highway to the Microtel in Hamburg, booked in and headed for the bar for more beer before having a shower and change of clothes.Returned to the bar for dinner and beers before returning to the room for an early night, back on the trail tomorrow.
Date: 2016-10-17
From: Microtel Hamburg

To: Hertline Campsite
Miles today: 18.5

Awake at 6.15 and down for motel breakfast.Collected from the motel by local guy and returned to the trail at 8.15.Forecast is for a warm, dry day.Walked across the train tracks and a steep climb before levelling out for the rest of the day.Due to the recent dry weather there is very limited water on the trail, stopped at a small stream which was very slow running but sufficient.Passed Fort Dietrich Snyder Monument before reaching Hertline Campsite where we made camp and had dinner.Today has been a hard days hiking, fortunately not to many rocks but has been very hot even in the shade of the leafless trees.
Date: 2016-10-18
From: Hertline Campsite

To: Stealth Camping at 1006.2
Miles today: 16.0
Weather: broken clouds

Awake at 6.00, breakfast, packed away and on the trail for 8.00.A mixture of rocks/boulders/hot weather/lack of water and bugs has made today a very hard day!Stopped at 501 Shelter for water after 4 miles which will be the last water until tomorrow morning, the temperature was in the 80's which is unseasonal for Pennsylvania this time of the year.Decided to stealth camp tonight as I've started to get new blisters on my feet due to all the rocks, they never end!Dinner and early night as tomorrow brings a few ascents/descents which in itself wouldn't be a problem but with all the rocks /boulders will make for a hard day.Will be in Duncannon for Friday for resupply and beers.
Date: 2016-10-19
From: Stealth Camping at 1006.2

To: Stealth Camping at 1021.4
Miles today: 15.2
Weather: scattered clouds

Awake at 6.30, sunrise is now getting later, about 7.15.Packed away and back on the trail by 8.00.Water is a serious concern today as most of the steams/springs are reportedly dry due to the lack of rain.The morning was a combination of ups and downs until Rausch Creek an abandoned mining town, the trail then follows a nice wide mainly boulder less track.Stopped near the shelter for lunch.As expected there was no water until coming across a very small spring, where we filled all our water bottles.The temperature is in the mid 80's with high humidity making hiking very tiring.Decided to stop at an old campsite and set up camp for the night and had dinner.Have been feeling very fatigued for the last few days, I know I don't eat very well on the trail but I've managed fairly well so far.I always eat/drink well when in town but in between I don't eat enough calories.Started out weighing 174lbs and now below 140lbs, have burnt off all my fat and now as I'm not eating enough calories have started to burn off muscle and protein which is affecting my stamina.Only 145 more miles to Harper's Ferry so hopefully I'll manage to get over the line!
Date: 2016-10-20
From: Stealth Camping at 1021.4

To: Clarks Ferry Shelter
Miles today: 16.6
Weather: overcast clouds

Awake at 6.30 and on the trail for 8.00.Nice start to the day with easy hiking, came across a porcupine ambling down the trail completely oblivious to us until we tried to get up close for a picture, he then took off up the side of the mountain.Water again was a problem, filled up with 2 litres which was going to have to last me until Clarks Ferry Shelter, destination for tonight.Had a short shower and by the time I put on my jacket and rain cover it stopped as quick as it started.Weather then got into the 80's which made for uncomfortable hiking.Stopped at Peters Mountain Shelter for lunch.Mid afternoon I ran out of water so decided to cool off in the shade for a while.About 0.3 miles from the shelter Bean (who hiked a lot quicker than me) appeared and brought me water after realising that I might be struggling, only the third time I've run out of water on the trail.Set up camp, had dinner and an early night, heading into Duncannon tomorrow which is less than 5 miles.Rain forecast for tonight which hopefully will mean a little more water on the trail.
Date: 2016-10-21
From: Clarks Ferry Shelter

To: Duncannon (Red Carpet Inn)
Miles today: 4.3
Weather: broken clouds

Awake at 6.00 and packed away by 6.45.Last night was a very windy night which fortunately remained dry.Weather is over overcast with forecast for heavy rain today.Steady 2.5 mile hike to the Susquehanna River and across the bridge.Into Duncannon and a hike through the town down the High St passed lots of houses with Halloween decorations, very colourful and something we don't see in the UK.Went for breakfast at the local cafe before phoning for a ride to a local motel.Today is a "Nero" day with only 4.3 miles hiked, shower, laundry, resupply and beer before returning to the trail tomorrow for what will be the last week, looking at arriving in Harper's Ferry next weekend.
Date: 2016-10-22
From: Red Carpet Inn/Duncannon

To: Darlington Shelter
Miles today: 11.3
Weather: overcast clouds

Awake at 7.00, decided to make a late start as heavy rain was forecast for early morning.As usual the weather is unpredictable and it remained dry.The motel proprietor shuttled us back to Duncannon where I had a big breakfast to set me up for the day.Back on the trail for 10.00.Although no rain today it has been very windy with gusts of over 40 mph making it feel a lot colder.A stiff climb out of Duncannon up to Hawk Rock View with good views of the town, river and surrounding area.Nice steady hiking through meadows and farmland with fairly flat terrain.Arrived early at Darlington Shelter which was only 11.3 miles today.Set up hammock inside the shelter to shield myself from the gusting winds and keep warm.Tomorrow looks like a fairly flat days hiking and should be in Boiling Springs for mid afternoon.After yesterdays rest and plenty of food I feel a lot stronger than I have done of late, need to make sure I keep eating plenty of protein and carbohydrates.
Date: 2016-10-23
From: Darlington Shelter

To: Alec Kennedy Shelter
Miles today: 18.2
Weather: clear sky

Awake at 7.00, quick breakfast and back on the trail for 8.00.The high winds from yesterday have abated and the temperature is moderate.The trail today promises to be almost flat all day with very small inclines.Mixture of meadows and woods which makes for easy hiking.Arrived at Boiling Springs just after 14.00 and call in at the AT Centre which is located next to a pleasant lake which was crowded with day visitors.Decided to have lunch at the local pizza place where we were informed that you can't buy beer anywhere in Boiling Springs on a Sunday, even the local tavern where I was looking forward to calling in for a few beers was closed.It seems that in Pennsylvania you can't buy beer in stores/ garages but only at large suppliers.Just outside the town there is a small campsite where we were going to spend the night but on arrival discovered it was only about 20' from the railway lines, decided to carry on on to the next shelter which was nearly 4 miles further on.Arrived at Alec Kennedy Shelter and set up my hammock in the shelter and booked a bed at the Ironmasters Hostel for tomorrow night.
Date: 2016-10-24
From: Alec Kennedy Shelter

To: Ironmasters Mansion Hostel
Miles today: 15.4
Weather: broken clouds

Awake at 7.30 and back on the trail for 8.00, nice cool day.After yesterdays level terrain today has reverted back to normal Pennsylvania, lots of climbs and a few boulders.Stopped at a Green Mountain Store for an early lunch with pumpkin milkshake and pumpkin ice cream, delicious.Afternoon was a nice steady hike and arrived at Pine Grove Furnace State Park mid afternoon where unfortunately the museum was closed until Wednesday.Relaxed in the park before arriving at the Ironmasters Mansion Hostel which didn't open until 17.00.The hostel is a great place to stay, dinner and breakfast all for $30.00.Showered, laundry and relaxing before getting back on the trail tomorrow.Enjoyable days hike in nice weather, only 80 miles left to Harper's Ferry and the end of my Appalachian adventure.
Date: 2016-10-25
From: Ironmasters Mansion Hostel

To:  US 30 Fayetteville (Scottish Inn)
Miles today: 19.8

Awake at 6.30, enjoyed pancakes and waffles for breakfast.Back on the trail for 8.00.Nice easy days hiking in good weather with minimal rocks.Stopped and had a good chat with two section hikers Alison and Fin who were out hiking for a few days, Alison is a fellow Brit and Fin is from Ireland, who both live in USA.Passed AT midway sign.Met Beans partner at US 30 who laid on "Trail Magic" with ice cold beers!Stayed at Scottish Inn and Suites in Fayetteville where I showered before going to Garryowen Irish Pub in Gettysburg for food and beer, great place to visit, highly recommended.
Date: 2016-10-26
From: US 30 Fayetteville (Scottish Inn)

To: Pen Mar Rd (Best Western Hotel Hagerstown)
Miles today: 17.8

Awake at 6.30 and after a stop for breakfast was back on the trail for 8.15.Today involved more rocks and climbing than we've had for the last few days.Met Deuce and friend who gave us"Trail Magic" beer, great stuff!Beans partner met us with cold beers and then out for dinner and beers before heading for Best Western Hotel.
Date: 2016-10-27
From: Pen Mar Rd (Best Western Hotel Hagerstown)

To: Best Western Hotel Hagerstown
Miles today: 0.0

Wake at 6.30, down for breakfast.Today is a "Zero Day", the last one before completing the trail.Collected by Bean and her partner at 11.00 and headed for the Garryowen Irish Pub in Gettysburg for lunch and beer.Then off to AT Museum at Pine Grove Furnace State Park which was closed on the day we passed through.There are lots of very interesting items and displays and well worth the visit.Then off to Gettysburg National Military Museum & Visitor Centre where we took a trip around the museum before visiting many interesting battle sites, cemeteries and monuments.It has been raining most of the day and I'm glad I wasn't out hiking!Back to the hotel for an early night as tomorrow will be a 22 mile day before finishing in Harper's Ferry on Saturday afternoon and celebrations!
Date: 2016-10-28
From: Best Western Hotel Hagerstown

To: Washington Monument (Best Western Hagerstown)
Miles today: 21.8

Awake at 6.00, hotel breakfast and shuttled back to the trail by 8.00.After 0.1 miles crossed from Pennsylvania into Maryland (Mason-Dixon Line).The next 10 miles or so was a mixture of rocks/boulders and easy hiking.Stopped at Ensign Cowall Shelter for a quick lunch.The weather has been cooler than in recent days but dry!Nice easy hiking in the afternoon before arriving at the Washington Monument, spent about 15 minutes in the tower admiring the vista.More "Trail Magic" from Beans partner with ice cold beer!Short ride into Boonsboro and stopped at Dan's Tap house for dinner and craft beers.Back to Hagerstown and the hotel.Tomorrow will be a 19.7 hike to the AT Conservancy in Harper's Ferry and the completion of my trail.
Date: 2016-02-21
From: Springer Mountain

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

Hiking abysmal, but happy to be on the trail. Started the climb to Springer in a cloud, one that will follow for 4 days. Pleased to register in the log, hike begun.Stayed in the 2nd shelter on the trail, per my schedule mind you, which is why I landed only 2.8 miles into the AT. Met 2 lads from south Florida, "Gator" and "Not Gator," I would like to see "Not Gator" again.
Date: 2016-02-22
From: Stover Creek Shelter

To: Gooch Gap Shelter
Miles today: 13.0

Wanted to push all the way to Gooch Gap and grab a shuttle ride to the biker bar in Suches. Rain forced me to hide in the shelter.Threw down my bedroll to save a bit of time, but a kid showed up without any kit. So I gave the lad my floor space and strung up the hammock - not an efficient process yet, but that will soon come.
Date: 2016-02-23
From: Gooch Gap Shelter

To: Neels Gap Cabins
Miles today: 15.9
Weather: overcast clouds

Got soaked today, which is why I stretched the miles a bit. I'd still like to keep to a 12mi per day pace until I get through the Smokies.My gear that was hanging on the outside of my pack was wet, so I'll take an extra day to dry out. Plus, there is a twinge in my left leg that I need to rest - shin splints maybe, but it is presenting in a place that is not "shin splinty."
Date: 2016-02-24
From: Neels Gap Cabins

To: Neels Gap Cabins
Miles today: 0.0
Weather: light snow

PBRs with "Obi Trail Kenobe," "Wetbeard," and Patrick. Lots of strong wind and snow, so it was a pretty good day to zero. WB gave me a pack cover, which help keep the externals dry - my pack is pretty well water resistant, so I don't fret about the internals. Oh, and my poncho is turning into a piece of bitch to use with a pack (I need to remedy this).
Date: 2016-02-25
From: Neels Gap Cabins

To: Low Gap Shelter
Miles today: 0.0
Weather: moderate rain

Short hiking day with a late start out of Neels. Shelter is full, so I am in the hammock. Plenty of time to set it up and eat though, so an easy day.Oh man, 25 deg and snowing! Good news: my winter palace tarp traps heat and blocks wind, keeping things a bit warmer inside (mid 30s). Bad news: it doesn't block sound, so the 40mph wind through the trees is keeping me awake.
Date: 2016-02-26
From: Low Gap Shelter

To: Steeltrap Gap
Miles today: 17.1
Weather: overcast clouds

The hike over Tray Mountain was unique. Crunching through powdery snow, protected from the sun by the rhododendron, and popping out to see a near 360 view - well worth the climb.I intended to stay on top at the shelter, but OTK and WB convinced me to hike on and camp with them a little lower. Hence, the the 17 mile day.The wind is plenty, and the cold abundant as well. The night will be trying. Oh, my shin is effing me hard right now, so I am going to town tomorrow.
Date: 2016-02-27
From: Steeltrap Gap

To: Dick's Creek Gap/Hiawassee
Miles today: 9.3
Weather: clear sky

Last night's sleep was pure shit. It was windy and cold in the fly. Hypothermia was a a bit of a concern, as I've never slept in those conditions before - now I know. I had a dream my water bottle was leaking, so I put it on the ground beneath my hammock. I awoke to a bottle of ice, and given my current dehydrated state, promptly dressed in my crocs and hiked the half mile down to the spring for something liquid. Bonus! it was 15deg warmer down there without the wind. Not so bonus, my leg is in a pretty bad spot.That was a HARD 9 miles. My leg reminding every step that I need some help. Fortunately, I have had the experience of moving with pain, ref: my 50 miler, and was quite confident I would hit my objective - it took over 6 hours, but I arrived at the gap with a smile.ER doc says cellulitis. Antibiotics and rest. Looks like a zero week.The upside: I am not old and weak, a bacterial infection means I am still in the running to be a BAMF!
Date: 2016-03-06
From: Dick's Creek Gap/Hiawassee

To: Muskrat Creek Shelter
Miles today: 11.5
Weather: few clouds

Back at it! Feeling well and tired. I definitely pampered my feet too much in the last 7 days, but needed to rest the leg. Oh, this day count does to reflect the week of zeroes I took.Shelter is slammed! Walked in with Ken, AK, Cheetah, and Jelly Ankles, and there are 8 more folks here. Hammock it is.Took some nice sunset pics, I'll get those up eventually. Bedtime.Shit it got cold fast. Lesson learned, if it's under 40 use the reflectix.New set up with tarp is much quicker, out of camp at 7:30!
Date: 2016-03-07
From: Muskrat Creek Shelter

To: Carter Gap Shelter
Miles today: 12.5
Weather: broken clouds

Ugh, leg is acting up again. I had a good 6 miles, but the last 6 were awful. I've been resting since 2pm, and I'm hoping for a better tomorrow. Plus side, I'm on in the floor in the shelter: no wind in the shelter!
Date: 2016-03-08
From: Carter Gap Shelter

To: Rock Gap Shelter
Miles today: 12.1
Weather: few clouds

Woke up on the floor, but since that's where I went to sleep in counting it as a win. It's important to start the day winning. Leg felt good, and I had good weather. Probably going to sneak into Franklin, NC for a zero to give the leg another 36 hours off. Hiking with A.K., he seems my speed. Ooh, this shelter is, something - saying only nice things today. Limited tent spots, limited floor space, equals me in the hammock. As things were quieting for the evening, enter the Lorax, Scweppes, and the Mayor. All AT class of 2014 and prepping for the PCT. Oh, the Mayor has Kitana the Catfox with him. She also thru hiked in 2014.
Date: 2016-03-11
From: Winding Stair Gap

To: Tellico Gap
Miles today: 20.0
Weather: overcast clouds

Day 13 (129.2/20_Tellico Gap)Back on the trail after a much needed rest in Franklin. The leg feels GREAT! Yes, I've thought that before, but this time I'm not lying to myself.AK and I are moving swiftly, one might even say Quickly - you see what I did there? We've decided to don head lamps and get some miles in after dark.Whoa, moving at night is a challenge. Foot placement critical. No injuries. 20 miles complete. Sleep.
Date: 2016-03-12
From: Tellico Gap 

To: Nantahala Outdoor Center 
Miles today: 8.0
Weather: broken clouds

Day 14 (137.3/8_NOC)Approximately 8 miles to the Nantahala Outdoor Center, and Lorax gave us a tip about some magic - burgers and beer. AK and I are moving.Holy crap, after pounding trail, stick your feet in a cold river!!