This stretch of hiking has been great because of the views! It was actually a fairly popular stretch of the trail today, connected with other trails and spotted with day hikers, and I’m not surprised.

Some hikers were less impressed, calling it Rocksylvania and wishing it over with. The rocks are tiresome, and you do feel it in your feet, but that’s all part of it.

I meditated at one such view for a while, where Teabag caught up to me.

At the view, I also met a day hiker who had been to Hershey Park and gave me a factory- fresh candy bar! I want to take a moment of silence now to honor all of the awesome people who have provided me with trail magic. Whether you are the candy bar guy, the man who gave me a ride the other day, or the woman who gave me a soda. This hike is a difficult trek, and it would not be possible without all of you! Thank you!