The Bob

(6/20/16)  Starting up the hike again,  I completed approximately 20 miles.  I left the hostel in East Glacier Park around 6:15.  We stopped for the day around 4:00. Perfect hiking weather.

I have developed blisters on the heels of both feet.  It is painful, but I have to carry on and develop thicker skin.  If you are interested in the slightest,  my preferred treatment is to apply antibiotic, a gauze pad, and secure it with duct tap. I realize this is probably not the approach of most  (or any) medical professionals, but the duct tape  is secure, tough, and the shiny surface reduces friction.  

I mostly followed Lucky today and Steven the Destroyer  (STD) was behind.  In bear country, that means Lucky is appetizer, I’m entree, and STD is dessert. Lucky is a strong hiker and shouts a verbal bear warning every 30 seconds.  I struggle sometimes to keep pace,but that’s okay. 

We left Glacier and it’s rules and entered the Bob Marshall Wilderness around noon. We crossed a highway, went past a campground,  and then entered wilderness.  We met up again with some great,fast hikers named Curtis  and Christiana (sp?) and their dog Sable.  We took an alternate that required several wet river crossings.  We camped at an old elk  hunting campsite and we’re all in tents as a beautiful sunset unfolded.