6/23/22
White Mountain Guide Day Four

My trail name is Socked In and the conditions on Mount Washington today were what I would often get on a hike back in 2017-2018. Despite the weather report saying it was supposed to be sunny with a few clouds on Washington, a heavy blanket of white covered the summit cone as well as the majority of the trail leading to the top. It was windy and cool, and the trail was pristine. At the top I was given the most incredible opportunity to meet and hold the summit cat Nimbus. Today gave me a huge confidence boost. I felt strong and that isn’t something that I’ve felt since August 2020. It’s amazing how much easier hiking is when you’re not getting chemotherapy or radiation. 

Trails: 

Jewell Link
Jewell Trail
Boundary Line
Gulfside Trail
Trinity Heights Connector
Crawford Path
Westside Trail

Daily Miles: 11.85
Overall Miles: 46.94
Daily Vert: 4459’
Overall Vert: 14,905’
Guide: 1.4% -> 2.0%
NEHH: 1/100