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Hopefully this thread will stay on track.
I rolled into Glencliff today after completing 20 miles, entering the Whites tomorrow.
I'm feeling real good, I'm looking forward to the Whites.
Hope everything is well here,
Kirby
Appalachian Tater
06-26-2008, 16:57
Glencliff is cool, good pizza and burgers and salad at the restaurant they take you to. Is Phat Chap there? Keep enjoying your hike!
camojack
06-26-2008, 17:19
Hopefully this thread will stay on track.
I rolled into Glencliff today after completing 20 miles, entering the Whites tomorrow.
I'm feeling real good, I'm looking forward to the Whites.
Hope everything is well here,
Kirby
Hopefully the thread will stay on track; maybe putting it in the "straightforward" forum would help. :-?
Keep on truckin', young man! :)
boarstone
06-26-2008, 17:45
Your almost home Kirby,.....god bless your big heart!:banana
Cookerhiker
06-26-2008, 17:47
Looks like you'll have time to go back to VT and hike the LT up to Canada.
Jaybird62
06-26-2008, 18:23
Kirb, glad to hear you are enjoying your time out there. Good luck and keep it up little buddy!
Frolicking Dinosaurs
06-26-2008, 18:45
Go, Kirby, go. You are doing great and this adoptive granny is beaming with pride.
Lone Wolf
06-26-2008, 18:47
Good luck and keep it up little buddy!
are you the skipper? :)
oh and kirby, keep the blue alive
ChinMusic
06-26-2008, 18:51
Hey Kirby - I friend of mine from Riverton, IL Dave Adams (last trail name I know of is GDEUP) is back home resting his knee right now. Says he met you (in NJ I think) and was impressed, "That kid is going somewhere". And I don't think he just meant Katahdin.
Jaybird62
06-26-2008, 18:57
are you the skipper? :)
oh and kirby, keep the blue alive
Yeah man!!!! I reckon I am:rolleyes::)
Hey Kirby - I friend of mine from Riverton, IL Dave Adams (last trail name I know of is GDEUP) is back home resting his knee right now. Says he met you (in NJ I think) and was impressed, "That kid is going somewhere". And I don't think he just meant Katahdin.
I met him at the Mohican Outdoor Center and spent the night with him there, I enjoyed his company, full of spirits. Hope his knee recovers well.
Tell him I said thanks for the kind words.
Kirby
Blissful
06-26-2008, 19:36
We actually put our update last year in the thru hiker's location report thread. Might be a better place for your updates to WB rather than here so it doesn't go off track.
Good to hear from you. :) have a great time out there - the tough stuff ahead!!
Jack Tarlin
06-26-2008, 21:38
Good going Kirby. Glad you're back in Glencliff. Hope to see you at Trashgiving in December.
Way to kick ass and take names, Kirby! Keep on hiking strong!
camojack
06-27-2008, 07:10
Hopefully the thread will stay on track; maybe putting it in the "straightforward" forum would help. :-?
It would appear that someone took my suggestion. :D
Go, Kirby! :)
Frolicking Dinosaurs
06-27-2008, 07:16
::: Dino seen giving a high five to whoever moved this to straight forward :::
Go Kirby Go -- you are doing great and I'm really proud of you. There are not many 17 yo people that could show the strength and dedication to this task you have shown. I hope that once you finish, you will keep us abreast of what you do next. I foresee you doing great things in your life based on the traits you have shown in this endeavor.
notorius tic
06-27-2008, 07:53
Dont forget to stop an look around Kirby the last 2 states are well worth it... If decide to goto Northern Outdoors " I will tell my best friend you are coming an he will set you up" He is a White water guide 4 them an there Main Chief.. His name is Robin trail name (NINER) ill tell him to look out for you I talk to him everyday.. Ps. he hiked the trail with me last year great guy..
Not that anyone will be talking to Kirby while he traverses the Whites, but just in case you do and want to give him a quick weather update here are the links. And I'm sure he knows he can get an update in the Huts.
http://www.mountwashington.org/weather/summit_forecast.php
http://www.mountwashington.org/weather/conditions.php
Bluebearee
06-28-2008, 18:40
Thanks Tin Man, he does call me for weather updates. Should have gone over Franconia Ridge today.
Thanks Tin Man, he does call me for weather updates. Should have gone over Franconia Ridge today.
Not the best weather for it, unfortunately.
brotheral
06-28-2008, 19:35
Way to go Kirby. I'll continue to keep you in my prayers :banana !!
He leads me beside still waters....BrotherAL
orangebug
07-05-2008, 13:10
To ask where the boy has gotten?
I'm curious if at your age you have gained height/weight while hiking the trail?
Feeling strong I'll bet. Enjoy your home stretch.
p.s. Don't answer. Just keep hiking.
OB: the report from June 30 was that Kirby was probably going over Franconia. So I'd guess this weekend he's finishing up the Whites, or just crossed into Maine (unless he took a long break in Gorham.) Which must be a good feeling, given that's his home state.
paradoxb3
07-06-2008, 21:35
Way to go kirby! You're definately an inspiration to hikers of all ages. Glad I got the chance to meet you, even if only briefly, on Springer, Mar 1st. Remember this moment? :D
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2101/2306704914_7fea523a84_o.jpg
Jan LiteShoe
07-06-2008, 22:33
Awww, I'm geting all nostalgic here. I loved the Whites the best.
But don't tell the rest of the Trail!
Good going! It's all downhill now Kirby. It'll be over before you know it.
Watch those roots in Maine!
;-)
Blissful
07-07-2008, 14:28
I'm curious if at your age you have gained height/weight while hiking the trail?
Feeling strong I'll bet. Enjoy your home stretch.
I'm sure he has likely lost weight. Paul Bunyan lost 50 LB but he did grow
ChinMusic
07-07-2008, 14:32
Based on that pic at Springer, I don't know how he could lose much. I would be more interested in how much he had to eat just to maintain energy.
Bluebearee
07-08-2008, 00:57
He was in Gorham last Thursday, no zero there. I expect he crossed into Maine on Sat and potentially Andover today. I'm predicting a 7/26 finish. Slight chance we may cross paths in the Bigs next M/T while I'm there for RR training and poo mixing.
Hey everyone, I rolled into Rangeley today VIA Maine route 4. I'm going to hang out here for the day and hike a whole two miles to the first shelter.
I'm starting to think about life after the trail. I'm no longer going to do the Long Trail, Vermont was a horrible state and I hope it burns to the ground. Instead, Cookie and I are going to hang out in Acadia National Park for 2-3 days, then I shall return home.
My summit window right now is July 25th to the 29th. My journal is way behind, I will completely update it when I get home. What I will do from now until the end is add the most recent entry I have so that people know where I am.
Who ever designed the trail up Mahoosuc Arm and the trail from Baldpate to the first summit needs to under go a physc evaluation.
Onward and upward. Katahdin beckons me.
Kirby
Lone Wolf
07-09-2008, 12:39
I'm starting to think about life after the trail. I'm no longer going to do the Long Trail, Vermont was a horrible state and I hope it burns to the ground. Instead, Cookie and I are going to hang out in Acadia National Park for 2-3 days, then I shall return home.
the long trail north from the inn at the long trail is 10 times better that the first 100 miles of AT/LT
Vermont was a horrible state and I hope it burns to the ground.
Vermont can't burn. Doesn't it rain all the da#$ed time there?
Good luck with the rest of your hike!
Jan LiteShoe
07-09-2008, 12:44
I'm starting to think about life after the trail. I'm no longer going to do the Long Trail, Vermont was a horrible state and I hope it burns to the ground.
Ha ha! That section of Vermont was my least favorite part of the AT. At least after Sherbourne Pass, Inn at Long Trail.
It was like walking into waves, and hitting them head on.
And all that wet and mud.
I believe I grew mushrooms between my toes.
That said, give me a couple weeks paid vacation and a car trip up there, and I'd go back in a heartbeat...
:)
Bluebearee
07-09-2008, 12:51
Hey everyone, I rolled into Rangeley today VIA Maine route 4. I'm going to hang out here for the day and hike a whole two miles to the first shelter.
Onward and upward. Katahdin beckons me.
Kirby
See you soon Kirb!
Hey everyone, I rolled into Rangeley today VIA Maine route 4. I'm going to hang out here for the day and hike a whole two miles to the first shelter.
I'm starting to think about life after the trail. I'm no longer going to do the Long Trail, Vermont was a horrible state and I hope it burns to the ground. Instead, Cookie and I are going to hang out in Acadia National Park for 2-3 days, then I shall return home.
My summit window right now is July 25th to the 29th. My journal is way behind, I will completely update it when I get home. What I will do from now until the end is add the most recent entry I have so that people know where I am.
Who ever designed the trail up Mahoosuc Arm and the trail from Baldpate to the first summit needs to under go a physc evaluation.
Onward and upward. Katahdin beckons me.
Kirby
seems we might cross paths in the 100 mile wilderness..see ya soon
Ha ha! That section of Vermont was my least favorite part of the AT. At least after Sherbourne Pass, Inn at Long Trail.
It was like walking into waves, and hitting them head on. ... :)
Yup, I felt the same way about it. Yet another roller coaster, and it was hot as Hades besides.
Ha ha! That section of Vermont was my least favorite part of the AT. At least after Sherbourne Pass, Inn at Long Trail.
It was like walking into waves, and hitting them head on.
And all that wet and mud.
I believe I grew mushrooms between my toes.
That said, give me a couple weeks paid vacation and a car trip up there, and I'd go back in a heartbeat...
:)
You hiked the LT? :)
I'm in Stratton, about to hike out two miles. I will be in Monson in 4-5 days.
Onward and upward.
Kirby
Cookerhiker
07-11-2008, 16:21
Hope you have good weather for the Bigalows Kirby. The descent down Avery Peak was a bitch (for me) but I'm sure you'll do fine.
The weather is due to be as nice as all get out.
SawnieRobertson
07-11-2008, 22:34
Wow! Kirby and Cookie, you guys are giving backpacking and thru-hikers a good name again. Thanks for that. Keep it up, Kirby. You'll be a world leader someday.--Kinnickinic
I'm starting to think about life after the trail. I'm no longer going to do the Long Trail, Vermont was a horrible state and I hope it burns to the ground. Instead, Cookie and I are going to hang out in Acadia National Park for 2-3 days, then I shall return home.
Acadia rocks! That's exactly what I did with some folks I hiked with in Maine, after I finished.
We liked the Seawall Campground better than Blackwoods FWIW.
Wow, that was probably uncalled for (Kirby). I loved VT and have a number of friends that live there. I also thought the northern part of the LT was as difficult as any of the AT. Kirby's best relaxing in Arcadia.
Kirby. Hell, he's a natural-born world-shaker.
dixicritter
07-12-2008, 13:49
Way to go Kirby. Keep on hiking. Glad to see you're still out there, can't wait to see that you've made the summit! :)
Didn't see this thread till today. Just finished reading your journal. I have no experience long distance hiking much less doing a through but don't let your spirits get down. I know easy for me to say, hard for you to do. Anyway keep it up, you have a bunch of people rooting for you. Looking forward to hear how you finish up. Further Up Further In!
Kirby,I just found this. Checked out your trail journal,on my dino dial up. Made it to march 12. Tomorrow I will read it backwards to catch up. Hang in there buddy. You are VERY mature for your years,I am impressed. You should be proud of your progress on the trail and in real life. If I did not know your your age I would think you were many years older,and I mean many. I know folks twice your age that are not as astute as you are. You give inspiration. Take care.
Cookerhiker
07-13-2008, 11:11
.......I'm starting to think about life after the trail. I'm no longer going to do the Long Trail, Vermont was a horrible state and I hope it burns to the ground. Instead, Cookie and I are going to hang out in Acadia National Park for 2-3 days, then I shall return home......Kirby
Kirby, don't give up on Vemont. I don't know what you found so distasteful - hot weather, black flies & mosquitos, muck, rain? - but didn't you enjoy Stratton Pond, White Rocks, Killington, the view from Glastonbury fire tower? As Wolf said, the trail is even better north of Rt. 4, if not more difficult. There's nothing like ascending Camels Hump and looking out over Lake Champlain and the Adirondacks.
.... As Wolf said, the trail is even better north of Rt. 4, if not more difficult.....
What Lone wolf actually said about Vermont was...
"blue-blazed into Johnson, Vt. this morning. towns are fun. the actual trail sucks"
Clyde
Lone Wolf
07-13-2008, 13:07
.... As Wolf said, the trail is even better north of Rt. 4, if not more difficult.....
What Lone wolf actually said about Vermont was...
"blue-blazed into Johnson, Vt. this morning. towns are fun. the actual trail sucks"
Clyde
:D cuz at the time it was hot and the springs were dry
warraghiyagey
07-13-2008, 13:07
Well Kirby, boy did we srew up, Vonfrick and I. We walked right by you in Safford Notch area yesterday, you were sitting having a snack with another hiker.
We'd been looking forward to saying hi and a minute later I said to Vonfrick that I thought that guy back there looked like Kirby but we didn't know you were this close yet. Sorry bout that. Have a great hike. And Congrats almost on your hike. Looking forward to meeting you sometime. Woops.:rolleyes::)
Kirby, its a blast from the past. Its at the garvey shelter in maryland. That cute girl asked you to walk her to the privy. You came back a couple hours later. I feel like I witnessed a rite of passage brother. Walk on!!!!! Say hi to cookie and tell him thanks for not killing you. You inspire me. R/Breezer
Frolicking Dinosaurs
07-14-2008, 13:26
::: Prune-faced Dino peeks over trifocals and wonders about this privy business :D :::
dessertrat
07-14-2008, 13:27
You're making great time.
::: Prune-faced Dino peeks over trifocals and wonders about this privy business :D :::
We can discover the wonders of nature..
Rolling in the rushes down by the riverside.
(Sugar Magnolia, Hunter/Weir ca. ~1970)
Ramble~On
07-14-2008, 17:28
Sunshine, daydream....walking in the tall trees ?
'Going where the wind blows..'
:)
vermont can't burn, mud is fireproof
Bluebearee just left me a voicemail. She took Kirby and Cookie out to dinner tonight in Monson. They are trying to summit on the 23rd. Sounds like everything is going great.
She is heading to her post in Baxter as an RR. :)
Now that is great news! BTW,thanks for the PM A-Train. I will be in touch.
Currently in Monson on a zero, into the "wilderness" tomorrow. Hoping to summit either the 23rd or the 24th. I'm looking forward to summiting Katahdin. I am bringing a digital camera with me in the wilderness, so my summit photo will be on WB within a week or two of my return.
Thanks for the support everyone.
Katahdin beckons,
Kirby
Bearpaw88
07-16-2008, 10:39
WOOHOO
:clap
YOU GO KIRBY!!!!
You are an amazing person!!! You should be VERY proud of your accomplishments. CONGRATULATIONS!!!:banana:banana:banana:sun:sun:su n
Frolicking Dinosaurs
07-16-2008, 11:18
::: Dino seen getting ready to throw a huge party to celebrate Kirby's summit of Katahdin :::
dixicritter
07-16-2008, 11:21
Awesome news Kirby!! Can't wait to see the photo!
Is he still on for this week? Anyone heard? Keep going Kirby!
It should be any day now that Kirby finishes his hike. Kludos in advance.
boarstone
07-22-2008, 07:18
:welcomeMy computer was down all last week, into the PC Doc, so sorry I missed all the updates....so glad to see you made it!!!:banana:banana:banana
Mrs Baggins
07-22-2008, 07:22
****Pausing to shed a very proud tear****:)
Way to go Kirby! :banana:banana:banana:banana
Hey, what's next? PCT, CDT, Europe?
..so glad to see you made it!!!:banana:banana:banana
Well, we know he made it to Monson and should be in Baxter any day now if not already.
I'm glad to hear Kirby 'stayed the course' and didn't bail on his trip early into the Maine section.
I'm envious as hell right now! :)
Ron Haven
07-22-2008, 20:05
It should be any day now that Kirby finishes his hike. Kludos in advance.congradulations KIRBY:bananaPlease remember to send me a picture when you can to put into our computer room at Budget Inn.GOOD GOING :)
Trillium
07-22-2008, 22:18
Kirby, I'm so exited for you. If your plans hold, then you will be summiting tomorrow or the next day. wooooooweeeeeeee; hope you have the best kind of class day there is!
At 8:05AM this morning I crested the summit of Mount Katahdin, bringing to an end my 2008 Appalachian Trail thru hike. I will post summits photos when I get home tomorrow.
I'm currently in Millinockett, Maine.
The deed is done,
Kirby
Ga>Me 2008
3/1/08-7/23/08
Sidewinder
07-23-2008, 17:19
Congratulations, Kirby
Congratulations on a job well done. Hope the hike was all you wanted!
Mrs Baggins
07-23-2008, 17:48
:sun:sun:sun So very very proud of you! Proud to have "known" you when this was just a dream!! What a brilliant future you have! :sun:sun:sun
Well done, congrats Kirby-san!
Nicely done young man!
:cool:
Lone Wolf
07-23-2008, 18:27
At 8:05AM this morning I crested the summit of Mount Katahdin, bringing to an end my 2008 Appalachian Trail thru hike. I will post summits photos when I get home tomorrow.
I'm currently in Millinockett, Maine.
The deed is done,
Kirby
Ga>Me 2008
3/1/08-7/23/08
well done kid. you still have them shoes you bought in damascus?
SGT Rock
07-23-2008, 18:28
Good deal.
sheepdog
07-23-2008, 18:31
Way to go Kirby!!!
cowboy nichols
07-23-2008, 18:32
Well Done!!!
HikerRanky
07-23-2008, 18:33
Congratulations Kirby..... I've been following your hike, and I tilt my hat to you in honor...
Randy
Cookerhiker
07-23-2008, 18:54
Way to go Kirby!
hikerofmtns
07-23-2008, 19:05
Awesome job Kirby!! You have to be so proud of yourself right now. All of us who have followed you certainly are. It was such fun reading your journal and following your travels. Enjoy some much needed R & R.
ChinMusic
07-23-2008, 19:05
Sweet, take a couple days off and then get on that term paper.......:D
Jaybird62
07-23-2008, 19:28
Good job, buddy!!!
Good job Kirby.
I've enjoyed following your trek.
Thanks for taking the time to journal.
Grinder
congratulations kirby!!!! you hyoh!!!! kludos:clap:clap:clap:clap
Mother Nature
07-23-2008, 19:51
Smokestack and I are SO proud of you!! :banana:banana:banana
I am so glad we returned home in time to read that you and Cookie had finished!!!! Give my best to Cookie and here's a Mother Nature hug.
Please keep us posted about your future. You are an incredible young man and it has been an honor to meet you and spend time together.
MN and SS
brotheral
07-23-2008, 20:04
At 8:05AM this morning I crested the summit of Mount Katahdin, bringing to an end my 2008 Appalachian Trail thru hike. I will post summits photos when I get home tomorrow.
I'm currently in Millinockett, Maine.
The deed is done,
Kirby
Ga>Me 2008
3/1/08-7/23/08
Well Done !! I'll look forward to the summit photos.... Wishing you continued success...
camojack
07-23-2008, 20:05
At 8:05AM this morning I crested the summit of Mount Katahdin, bringing to an end my 2008 Appalachian Trail thru hike. I will post summits photos when I get home tomorrow.
I'm currently in Millinockett, Maine.
The deed is done,
Kirby
Ga>Me 2008
3/1/08-7/23/08
Yay! :clap:jump:dance
I can't help but wonder what these "kludos" are that some people are posting about, though... :-?
Blissful
07-23-2008, 20:37
Congratulations!
good job kirby, you are an inspiration to all. Now go and grow up so i can buy you a beer sometime :D just kidding. Congrats again. And live high school to the fullest. If there is one thing that i learned that i would have wanted to know is "you wont get caught" ;).
Congrats!
Now resupply and do a yo-yo............heh.
Trillium
07-23-2008, 21:54
Congrats Kirby!! Job well done. :banana
Frolicking Dinosaurs
07-23-2008, 22:19
Congrats to Kirby.
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Appalachian Tater
07-23-2008, 22:25
Yay Kirby!!!
Congrats to Kirby! Job well done my friend!
I was elated to get the txt msg from Bluebearee while watching the Mets kick Philly Butt.
Double awesome!:)
well done kid. you still have them shoes you bought in damascus?
No, those died in Rangely, Maine, unfortunately.
Sweet, take a couple days off and then get on that term paper.......:D
Yeah....I need to start thinking about my college essay now.
Kirby
dixicritter
07-24-2008, 09:07
Way to go Kirby!!!! Congrats!!! :)
If you write about walking 2175 miles, i dont think you will have a problem :D
double j
07-24-2008, 14:41
congratulations ,,,,,,,,kirby
boarstone
07-24-2008, 14:52
Welcome home, it's been great to follow you....now and in the future
The AT, The way life should be.....:banana
Chenango
07-24-2008, 15:13
Fantastic accomplishment!! Wow.
Great job Kirby ! Congrats man ! I really enjoyed following your hike,you are wise ,way beyond your years.
Congratulations, Kirby!
You set a goal, developed a plan, and followed it "thru" (pardon the pun). That approach in life will lead you to many successes. All the best to you, young man!
Summit Photos:
http://www.whiteblaze.net/forum/vbg/browseimages.php?c=574
Time to eat.
Had a whoopie pie at the Friar's bakery in Bangor the other day.
I can see why they won the contest. You will need several.
Loaf of bread wouldn't hurt you either.
Blissful
07-24-2008, 20:36
You had a nice day to summit, super.
You had a nice day to summit, super.
I had a one hour window when the skies were clear on top, as I began my descent the tableland and the summit became enshrouded in a cloud, where it would remain for the rest of the day.
Kirby
I had a one hour window when the skies were clear on top, as I began my descent the tableland and the summit became enshrouded in a cloud, where it would remain for the rest of the day.
Kirby
Does water part in front of you also? :)
Trillium
07-24-2008, 22:30
you look older and wiser, young man. must be an absolutely GREAT feeling!
orangebug
07-24-2008, 22:45
Way to go! You have memories and experiences that 99% will envy.
bullseye
07-24-2008, 22:46
Good job Kirby! I was a little worried when you hadn't updated your trail journal. Way to finish well.
camojack
07-25-2008, 05:50
I had a one hour window when the skies were clear on top, as I began my descent the tableland and the summit became enshrouded in a cloud, where it would remain for the rest of the day.
Looks as though you got lucky with conditions at the summit. :)
I guess it helped that it was July; I got lucky when it was early October. :-?
(As evidenced in the photo on my profile, as opposed to my avatar...)