Day 93
Start: Site near Compton Springs
End: US 522, Front Royal
Miles Hiked: 6.6
Miles on AT: 972.3
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Today was a short day into town – yay! I woke up to clear skies and gathered my things so I could start my day. I only had a short climb to Compton Peak where there was (surprise!) no view, and then continued on a mostly flat and downhill trail for the rest of the day. I just love it when town days are easy.
On my way down, I ran into a ridgerunner named Fire walker, who did a great job of making sure I was okay and had everything I needed. I love running into ridge runners; all of the ones I’ve met on trail have been so nice and helpful.
On my hike, I passed a few day hikers, but otherwise the hike was unremarkable. I reached my destination just before 11 am and reunited with Janitor for Chipotle. Yum! I ate my whole burrito (which I can never do off trail) and was ready to get dessert afterwards.
Once we got to our hotel room, I took a look at my wasp sting and it was warm to the touch and so swollen! I slathered on some Benadryl cream to calm things down.
Now, I’m enjoying my time with Janitor before I get back on trail tomorrow.
And that’s day 93.
A version of this post originally appeared on TheTrek.co.