August 18 - North Peak, Moose Mountain (Day 152 – milepoint 1730.0)

Slow getting started this morning but I only had 12 miles planned so I was in no hurry. Joined Silence for lunch at Subway and Ben and Jerry’s and we walked out of town and into the woods a little after noon.

Note: a pint of ice cream is not an ideal source of fuel for a day’s hike.

We ran into Achilles hiking with is father, now Mahatma (formerly, John). They’re down at the shelter a mile back. I’m joined by Silence and Lej on top of the mountain with a good view, clear skies, and a waning full moon.

They say when you get to Hanover, “You’ve covered about 80% of the distance, but only 50% of the effort.” From what I understand
about New Hampshire and Maine, the extra effort will be worth it.

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