Welp. I seem to have gotten food poisoning and haven’t been able to eat much all day. I’ve been drinking lots of fluids and resting with the hopes of feeling better for the start of my hike.

I felt okay enough for us to check out a local diner. I nibbled a pancake.

We visited some local ponds and fields looking for baby coots. We didn’t find any but saw two bald eagles! (One right in front of Paul’s house!)

Wow this country is gorgeous. I can’t wait to start my hike.

I went through all my gear with Mom and Paul as an audience. It was fun showing them my set up!

My mom got me a little momma bear charm for the hike ❤️

I’m putting her right next to Jiji (from Doug) and a little luck charm my friends Alexis and Richard got me for the trip. Thank you so much!

Going to rest hard tonight.

We’re driving to Many Park tomorrow!!!