In this episode, we hear from thru-hiker founder, and triple-crowner, Cheer, as she continues her 2023 thru-hike on the Appalachian Trail! This episode covers weeks 17 and 18 on the AT starting in Manchester Center, Vermont and finishing in Lincoln, New Hampshire.
After a wonderful visit with fellow 2023 trail team member, 'Stitch', Cheer heads out to mostly good weather and good views up until a big thunder and lightning storm and a scary river crossing at night steers Cheer towards a night in town. Leaving Vermont, Cheer crosses into New Hampshire and enjoys a wonderful stopover in Hanover with a stop at the Dartmouth Outing Center. Cheer has a nice stay in Hanover and is able to switch out her summer gear in favor of cooler wether gear and new shoes getting ready for the 'Whites'!
This section includes a stay at The Hiker's Welcome Hostel where Cheer gets some sage advice from experienced and knowledgeable hikers for her journey into the 'Whites'. After traversing Mount Moosilauke and a steep descent, Cheer gets a ride into the Old Colony Ski club where she enjoys a hiker family dinner and an adventurous day climb to the top of Kinsman peak!
If you want to get the visual on this section, check out Cheer's YouTube, Week 17 and Week 18.
Stay tuned for Cheer's next trail update!
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Episode Music: "Communicator" by Reed Mathis
