While I still consider a thru-hike of the PCT a big IF, I know it will not happen without some planning. So, I am moving forward as IF it is going to happen.
I am waiting for cooler weather to begin most of my physical training. I did take the dogs for a long walk this morning. Think it's the first time the tension in Bella's leash was BEHIND me and not in front! Hard to believe that Mojo can outwalk Bella. I'm sure it has to do with the fact that Mojo has one steady speed and Bella is full-speed-ahead until she's spent. Neither dog has moved since we got home.
I purchased a pair of lightweight gaiters (www.dirtygirlgaiters.com) for walking the trails leading from our neighborhood. I am planning on some hiking in Sept in the NW :) That will move up the time frame on some purchases so I will have them to break in and try out.
Here's the exciting news... I have a start date! They have announced the 2013 Kick Off for the PCT! It is April 26-28. As of right now (I know it's a long way off so hard to take myself too seriously), I will plan on leaving Campo and the Mexican border April 25th. It's about 20 miles to the Kick Off in Lake Morena, CA. I will plan on a night or two there and then will head north for the remaining 2630 miles.
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