by Melanie McManus | Sep 22, 2021 | Maryland, Pennsylvania, Potomac Heritage Trail 2020-21, Trail Journals
My trek to Meyersdale today could be considered a loss. But I’m choosing to view it as a win. The forecast called for rain starting last night around 4 or 5 p.m., and not ending until tomorrow morning. Storms were also predicted for the early afternoon. None of this...
by Melanie McManus | Sep 23, 2021 | Pennsylvania, Potomac Heritage Trail 2020-21, Trail Journals
Today’s trek to Rockwood was an easy one. I took my time this morning, since the hike was a mere 12 miles (19.3 km), or about four hours of walking. I once again had my bags shuttled forward; why not slackpack when you can? Disclosure: This post contains affiliate...
by Melanie McManus | Sep 24, 2021 | Pennsylvania, Potomac Heritage Trail 2020-21, Trail Journals
Before I describe today’s hike to Confluence and the Youghiogheny Outflow Camping site, I have to mention last night. After mailing my food box back home, I grabbed some onion rings and a small salad at a local restaurant. It was near the Husky Haven guesthouse, so I...
by Melanie McManus | Sep 25, 2021 | Pennsylvania, Potomac Heritage Trail 2020-21, Trail Journals
My hike to the Ohiopyle shelter along the Laurel Highlands Trail was certainly a memorable one. As was last night. So, I was camping at the Youghiogheny Outflow Campground along the Youghiogheny River. It was a nice spot and it was pleasantly cool at night. I tucked...
by Melanie McManus | Sep 26, 2021 | Pennsylvania, Potomac Heritage Trail 2020-21, Trail Journals
My hike to Grindle Ridge today was intense. But let’s start with last night. I thought I heard critters on and off all night. That is, critters in/near my shelter. I hadn’t left any food out, but I do know mice are often in shelters. UGH. And I worried about raccoons...
by Melanie McManus | Sep 27, 2021 | Pennsylvania, Potomac Heritage Trail 2020-21, Trail Journals
Today’s trek to the Route 30 shelter took everything I had. And then some. But first, last night. I slept quite well, in that I didn’t hear any mice or critters outside my tent or in the shelter. Phew! In the morning, I packed up and was ready to hit the trail by 8...
