In this episode, we hear from thru-hiker founder, and triple-crowner, Cheer, as she continues her 2023 thru-hike on the Appalachian Trail! This episode covers weeks 17 and 18 on the AT starting in Manchester Center, Vermont and finishing in Lincoln, New Hampshire.

After a wonderful visit with fellow 2023 trail team member, 'Stitch', Cheer heads out to mostly good weather and good views up until a big thunder and lightning storm and a scary river crossing at night steers Cheer towards a night in town. Leaving Vermont, Cheer crosses into New Hampshire and enjoys a wonderful stopover in Hanover with a stop at the Dartmouth Outing Center. Cheer has a nice stay in Hanover and is able to switch out her summer gear in favor of cooler wether gear and new shoes getting ready for the 'Whites'!

This section includes a stay at The Hiker's Welcome Hostel where Cheer gets some sage advice from experienced and knowledgeable hikers for her journey into the 'Whites'. After traversing Mount Moosilauke and a steep descent, Cheer gets a ride into the Old Colony Ski club where she enjoys a hiker family dinner and an adventurous day climb to the top of Kinsman peak!

If you want to get the visual on this section, check out Cheer's YouTube⁠⁠⁠, Week 17 and Week 18.

Stay tuned for Cheer's next trail update!

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Episode Music: "Communicator" by Reed Mathis