The last stretch was tough, with difficult terrain, lots of downed trees that limited mileage. I finally saw a black bear, but was not able to get a picture as it was a ways off and partially concealed by brush.
It was also some of the most scenic, though I’m almost too tired to care at this point. It might be worth coming back to hike when I’m in less of a hurry and better frame of mind.
Wildlife
Remember, coffee is for closers…
Hiking Vicariously 
You need to take your family to Lake Chelan and take the “slow boat” up to Stehekin. Its a great trip! I may know someone who has a cabin there. 😉
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Stehekin and the bakery was one of my most favorite places on the PCT. And that section north to the border is where I truly learned to backpack in rain (and more rain and more rain….) Looking forward to your next post. It’s been a tough year to hike and you’ve stayed with it. Very impressive.
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Go Ben go! Go Ben go! You can do it!
So impressed by your perseverance and physical feat!!! While you are excited to almost be done, I am sad that the posts are coming to an end. Thank you for all the amazing photos and funnny commentary 😊. Keep up all the hard work! You’ve got this!!!!
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Go Ben go!! Amazing photos!!! Definitely living vicariously through you!!!! Thank you!!!
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Have really appreciated all of the updates and photos of your journey. Thank you for sharing and good luck as you wrap up!
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