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this blog chronicles my 2189.1 mile thru hike of the appalachian trail in 2016.

Days 26-28: I'm OUT! Of the Smokies

Current Position: Mile 240.6, Standing Bear Hostel, TN

 

Day 26:

Finally got out of Gatlinburg and to Pecks Shelter.  So angry I had to walk .5 miles off trail to get to it, hahah.  I'm so lazy.  Pigeontoe was here to greet me as well.   

Day 27: 

Quick 12 Mile walk to Cosby Knob Shelter.  Great shelter with close water and a privy.  Last day in the Smokies! 

Earlier today I passed the ONE TENTH mark! Incredibly happy to make it this far.  The poop disease seems to have passed now.  Lots of others are getting sick though.  Oy.  It was awful.  Looking to hit Standing Bear Hostel tomorrow and then ONWARDS TO HOT SPRINGS! 

 Day 28: March 14th

Made it out of the Smokies and to Standing Bear Hostel.  A great little hostel hidden in the mountains.  It's an interesting place with interesting people. 

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