Day 87: Paradise, Poison Oak, and Pus

July 26, 2015 Gold Creek (1463.2) to West Trough Creek (1487.1) 23.9 PCT miles today 1521.5 miles total Today’s Elevation Gain/Loss: + 5,133 ft, – 7,457 ft It appears we have hiked ourselves into the rainforest. I am currently laying in the tent (feet elevated of course) while Pickles makes us some after-dinner chamomile tea…

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Day 86: An Impatient Patient

July 25, 2015 Clark Spring (1441.6) to Gold Creek (1463.2) 21.6 PCT miles today 1497.6 miles total Today’s Elevation Gain/Loss: + 3,471 ft, – 3,241 ft Well, the foot is not looking any better. And now we’re two days into a four day stretch of mileage with only enough food left for two more days.…

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