Silas has crossed the Connecticut River and entered into New Hampshire. He logged a record single day hike of 50 miles which included a long stretch of night hiking. In a couple of days he will enter the White Mountains of New Hampshire. This is a notoriously tough section of the Appalachian Trail with several tall peaks including Mt. Washington. The Trail crosses the summit of Mt. Washington as it winds through the Presidential Range of the Whites. This peak is famous for it's erratic and extreme weather. It holds the sustained wind speed record of 231 mph not associated with a tropical storm or tornado.
Silas is currently taking a few zero days in Hanover, New Hampshire. It is one of the favorite "trail towns" among
Thru-Hikers. It's a small college town, home of Dartmouth College. The Dartmouth Outing Club welcomes hikers and provides a variety of services for them.
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| The Dartmouth Outing Club Silas has 442.2 miles left to go. On it's face this sounds like a long way to walk, but with 1700.5 miles behind you and trail legs beneath you, it is but a stroll....... HaHa! You can't wait for inspiration. You have to go after it with a club. -Jack London- |
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