Day 6, Tuesday, July 26,

Oh my, more deer and another bear. I just hope the bear isn't  hungry. He is still with 10%.  They were able again to stop at a wayside concession stand for lunch of burger, fries, and two gatorades. Tough life on the trail. But they did go 14.5 miles today to get to Gravel Springs shelter. The weather was great, a little cooler and is feeling really well.  Did get a rain at the end of the day which just made the night really humid. They were with another hiker in the hut who kept them up most of the night. His plans are to go on tomorrow with 10% so he can keep up with the miles and be able to reach Half way point.