After an 18 mile day yesterday, today was a shorter 11 mile hike to Scissors Crossing, where I picked up a ride to town from a trail angel.
I also ran into another trail friend this morning.
Fortunately, it was polite enough to warn us it was close by.
Lessons from the first week:
1. Check for anthills before dropping your gear (probably good advice in general).
2. However much water you’re carrying, it’s probably not enough.
3. Remember how filthy you got as a kid playing in the dirt? Somehow this is way worse.
My best friend from college will be joining me for the next five days. Next stop: Warner Springs.
Things that are awesome:
1. Guthook app – a full map of the trail with information on water supply, town resources, and gps positioning to see where exactly you’re on (or off) the trail. I haven’t met a single person on the trail who is not using it.
Hiking Vicariously 
Glad you made it safe to Julian, unscathed by rattlesnake and ants 🐜
I’m sure Dave is thrilled you finally get a shower 😳😳
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Love all the posts! Keep them coming ya dirtball;)
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18 miles, wow. Are you starting to feel awesome?
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All right Ben!! The wifey shared your adventures. Did you get some of Julian’s famous pie?
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If I drink beer on your behalf, can your 18 mile days lead to better fitness for me? 😁 Hope you are having a blast! Look good, have fun, safety third! 😂
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The dirtier you are the more work of appears you’ve done 😂
That snake could have been dinner
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And I’ve learned that you can’t edit a spelling error after you submit a post. Lol
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I hope you are still having fun! And have enough water.
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