Here's a recap as the guys head out on a long leg. I want to make sure that I do them justice on the distance accomplishments whenever it's possible. I'll do my best and rely on occasional pings from the Garmin GPS transmitter, and the Appalachian Trail Distance Calculator to come up with an estimate. So far, they've covered 70 miles and are within striking distance of a first milestone crossing the GA/NC state line!
Southern hospitality has bestowed some trail magic on them, and now we wait for the woods to decide what to call the young one ....