A cool morning to finish our descent of Killington Mountain. Near the bottom we ran into old friends, Danno and OB.
At Maine Junction we said adios to the Long Trail after 100+ miles. From here the Long Trail continues to Canada. And we continue to Maine.
The trail led us through Gifford Woods State Park, where we stopped briefly for a shower. Not much further on, we got a ride into the ski town of Killington, Vermont.
We sat outside the deli and enjoyed a sub sandwich. Oreo and Quahog stopped through and graciously bestowed upon us a "Mom's House," a home-cooked dehydrated meal Quahog's mom makes for them. We were delighted to try one.
Back on the trail we relaxed at Kent Pond, then thundered by Thundering Falls, and a few confused tourists.
Before settling in for the night, we met Eleven, a thru-hiker that was the 11th hiker to start this year. We had met four day hikers in Virginia that had spoke about her and how she had an even colder and wetter start than we. It was exciting to finally put a face with the name.
With our soar feet up, and the tent ready for the night, we rehydrated our "Mom's House" meal: homemade chili. It was delicious--thanks Quahog's mom!
TK liked the "great stuff!" We have another box for you - just let me know when and where you want it! We miss you!!
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