gizzy bear

i am new to this website...so i am trying to navigate it the best way i can... my main purpose for registering is, my boyfriend & i are planning to hike the HMW in late august next year...we are taking plenty of time to plan and prepare because this will most likely be the ONLY time we will have the chance...we also intend to conquer mount katahdin at the end ... so ANY tips or advice is welcome!! from gear, to weather, food, to whatever... feel free to share the not so epic events as well, since i really don't want to repeat anyone else's mistakes thanks