Though it seems I only reached Connecticut, the state of Connecticut is a short one, and already we hike through Massachusetts. MA is also short, and soon there will be only three states to go. It is hard to believe that the trail draws to an end, and emotion are already running high.

MA is beautiful though, and we have heard from the ever-more-frequent southbound hikers that the land only becomes more beautiful further north.

I also have been making modifications to my gear and setup, which I will try to update. For the most part, I am aiming for a lightweight pack and a minimalist approach. We are looking forward to the coming trails.