Mar 26 - Day 17 - Derrick Knob Shelter - 12M/19.3km - MILE 189

It doesn't seem to matter what time we get up or whether we are in a shelter or camping, we can't get organized to leaving much before 9. We are working on it.


After yesterday's brutal climb my heels are feeling better. It was worrying because the last thing we want is an injury, that is a game changer. Every step we must be careful to set our feet down solidly because the lightest misstep can mean the end of the trail.


It is beautiful walking with today being the day that so many tiny plants and flowers are peeking through the dead leave carpet, a few over achievers are already flowering. It will be spectacular in the days to come. 


Tonight we are sharing the shelter with Slip, Chainsaw, and Cob...yes, Chainsaw got his name from his snoring! We expect it will be cold tonight.

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