I am just over a week out and somehow my to-do list keeps getting longer and longer! It is almost like getting ready for a military deployment since I know I will be gone for 5-7 months. Some of the dreaded tasks include last-minute visits to the dentist, doctor, veterinarian (for Mango, lol! đŸ˜¾), car mechanic, etc. Something a little more fun, but I’m sure I will find much unnecessary, is buying hiking gear! I should mention, Warrior Expeditions is providing everything when it comes to gear! I am very fortunate. They are even providing us new hiking shoes every 500 miles, I feel very lucky! with that said, I have turned into a bit of a gear junkie over the last 5 years with the section hikes I have done. I probably have enough gear to outfit at least two other people, but what I have learned is the lighter you want the gear the more money it will cost! My parents have agreed to be my “support system” back home and will be on call if I want them to mail anything I might need/wants when it comes to clothing, “kitchen” (cook/water) items, and potentially a warmer sleeping bag if I feel I need it. On the FUN side, I have been able to meet up with a lot of friends over the last couple of weeks to say goodbye for now đŸ™‚ I debated having a party but did not want that added stress the weekend before I fly out.
Hiking Through with Feather Blue 