August 12 - Sherburne Pass – Killington, VT (Day 146 – milepoint 1673.5)

Maggie Mae offered to take our packs to Sherburne Pass. I hadn’t slack-packed in a while and I realized today that I’m in really good shape. At the first road crossing, Silence and I walked a half mile down the road to a quaint little restaurant for breakfast.

We averaged about 3 miles per hour for the rest of the day, which included a big 7-mile climb up Killington Peak at over 4000 feet of elevation. Outstanding panoramic views from the summit. Vermont has been truly amazing. The terrain grows more intense but the rewards are complimenting the effort.

Finished the day at The Inn at Long Trail at Sherburne Pass feeling fantastic after 20 miles. Walked into the Inn, an Irish Pub/restaurant/lodge and found Achilles at the bar, relaxing after his “rough” 5 mile day. I joined him for some Guinness Stout and Long Trail Ale.

Apple Jack, Water Girl, and I decided to share a room together. We’re also joined at the Inn by some Long Trail thru-hikers. Not surprisingly, good folks.

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