6/20/22
White Mountain Guide Day Two

Staying present is hard, even now, even after knowing that things will change on this adventure. Even when I know how to stay in the moment after 14 months of active treatment. I spent all day fighting against the uncertainties and anxiety about the next hike. Was I strong enough? Was I too tired? What if I can’t make it to the top? What if I don’t have enough time to accomplish everything I want to accomplish? And you know what? It all worked out, with an unexpected twist. I ended up hiking an additional 3 miles to close out the day with over 5000’ of vertical gain, a number I haven’t obtained since 2020. Despite foregoing Diamond Peaks again (I made this choice in 2020 as well due to mosquitoes), I finished off day two proud of what I accomplished and prepared for the adjustments I would have to make down the road to complete Diamond Peaks.

Trails:

Sugarloaf Trail
Table Rock Trail
Huntington Cascade Trail
Three Brothers Trail
Sanguinary Ridge Trail
Percy Loop Trail

Daily Miles: 12.13
Overall Miles: 24.15 
Daily Vert: 5071’
Total Vert: 7483’
Trace: 0.5% -> 1.0%