I definitely had too much to drink last night and woke up several times throughout the night to drink water.

Our tents got soaked with condensation. I carried mine to the little camp cafe to dry in the sun while I ate breakfast. I had a breakfast burrito and it was really good! I caved and finally bought some chapstick (I’ve been stubbornly trying to manage without any, which has been a mistake).

Professor, Toast and I exchange contact info and inreach information so we can keep in touch at town.

The climb out of two medicine is gorgeous.

I could see some sheep heading down the opposite slope.

I meet a too friendly marmot on the trail.

I then pass a charming older couple hiking for their anniversary. They let me know there would be cell service at the top!

I catch up to Sir Poppins and we hike together for a little bit.

The ridge line reveals an epic view of flat land and beyond. The town called East Glacier is just off in the distance.

I’m able to face time with Doug while I hike! It’s really nice to see him and share a bit of the landscape I’m traveling through.

The terrain turns into beautiful grass fields filled with wild flowers corralled by pine and aspen.

Professor, Sir Poppins and I hike into town. It’s fun observing the transition from wild land to manicured lawns.

I am so looking forward to a shower. Unfortunately for me both hostels are full! There are so many hikers!

I decide to walk to the post office to get my resupply. Everyone is mailing back their micro spikes and ice axes.

Lucky for me my mom and Paul aren’t too far away. We coordinate to meet up today so I can keep hiking with the little group I’ve found. On the walk back from the post office I manage to snag a hotel room. It has lots of space.

I shower and start laundry. Mom and Paul arrive just as my clothes are drying. We share pictures and get dinner. I give her my ice axe, micro spikes, gaters and Jiji.

I’m sad to report that Jiji’s eye is starting to fall apart and I’m worried it will get worse. He’s already lost his nose! Poor fella. So, I’m officially retiring him from the trail. He was a gift from Doug when he visited Japan and has been on many adventures with me starting with the PCT. Maybe my mom will make him some goggles.

Thank you so much Mom and Paul! You both are life savers.

I check in with the other hikers I’ve met and get a sense of their plans . It would be nice to hike around people! I’m hoping to stay not too far behind or too far ahead.

The Wi-Fi in my hotel is non existent and I’m unable to email or post anything. Very frustrating. I’m at least able to text and call Doug. Phew! First town stop in the bag.