"Kris called from Rangeley, Maine. He reports that they are doing well and have enjoyed better weather. In some areas they are taking their time because of the beauty of the area. As they left the trail to come into this town, they were having trouble getting a ride the 9 miles into town. Finally, a day hiker who had a car offered a ride for one. The guys decided to have Hindsight (Kris) head into the IGA for food, he would come back and they would just set up camp there along the trail. While in the IGA, Slim Pickins and Yetti (guy they met on the trail) walked in having finally gotten a ride. While checking out at the store, they inquired about a motel or place to stay. They were told that there wasn't anywhere, but maybe Bob would allow them to stay with him. He often allows hiker to stay at his place; running a hostel of sorts. Sure enough he had rooms and even came to the store to pick them all up. As a mom, I am grateful for the kindness of strangers; there are angels among us!!"
Also, roughly two weeks ago, Kris' air mattress quit holding air. He slept on the ground for about a week until he was able to call REI. What a great place, though; they sent him another one and he's back to sleeping on soft ground. At that point they had come through the 100mile section of wilderness in which there were no towns where they could restock in. This was a stressful time for us all.
Also, roughly two weeks ago, Kris' air mattress quit holding air. He slept on the ground for about a week until he was able to call REI. What a great place, though; they sent him another one and he's back to sleeping on soft ground. At that point they had come through the 100mile section of wilderness in which there were no towns where they could restock in. This was a stressful time for us all.
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