Well I would walk a thousand miles

I have now walked over 1,000 miles. Harper's Ferry is no longer a distant goal, it was my destination for today. I suppose I can call myself a "mountain man" at this point.

I was on trail at 6:40AM this morning. 1.1 miles into my hike I crossed over the 1,000 miles walked mark, I did a little dance and walked on.

WV has plenty of rocks on display along the trail for your enjoyment.

After rocks, rocks, and some more rocks I crossed the Shenendoah River, which is the gateway to Harper's Ferry.

I took the side trail to the ATC and arrived there around 11:00AM. I had my photo taken and learned I was thru hiker number 68.

After my visit to the ATC I had a conversation with my Dad, after which I checked into the hiker hostel at the Town's Inn.

After spreading out and taking a shower I prepared to take the local bus to Charles Town, WV where I would resupply.

In Charles Town, Cookie and I hit the (gasp) Super Wal-Mart for resupply and the Chinese place for dinner.

We then took the bus back to Harper's Ferry, where I shall sleep tonight.

1,000 miles is a long way to walk. I'm not sure what to think about this landmark. I just know it's a long way to walk.

Tomorrow I shall complete some more town chores and then leave in the afternoon for the first shelter out of town.

I'm tired and sore.

Good night, and good luck.

Kirby

Ga>ME 2008.