At Harpers Ferry, West Virginia we reach the psychological halfway point of the hike, if not the actual mileage halfway point. Tenacious Bling's spirits are buoyed by a new pink shirt and we take a day off with trail friend Brave and her family. After reuniting with old hiking friends and registering our progress at the historic Appalachian Trail Conservancy headquarters we are encouraged as we continue our trek through the Mid-Atlantic states.
It goes without saying that a backpack is an important piece of gear. After much consideration and research we decided on Gossamer Gear packs for four of our family members.
To maintain foot health, not only do we pay attention to our footwear but also our foot care. Proper foot care is as important as choosing the right shoes and helps with everything from blister prevention to relieving muscle soreness and aches. Rocket Pure provides all natural foot care in the form of healing and preventative balms.
What do we eat? How do we cook it? What kind of stoves and pots do we use? Do we ever go to bed hungry? Watch to find out.
In Virginia we welcome the grandparents to the trail. Together we enjoy a church hiker feed followed by our first night hike. Other highlights are the wild ponies of Grayson Highlands State Park and our first swimming hole. Along with the happy times we experience a few hardships - getting sick, broken shoes, and eating wieners from a can.
