ZERO Day!

WIll called Saturday excited about the ZERO day he had coming on Sunday! A ZERO day is a day of rest for the hikers, a day to heal sore feet, tend to blisters, allow the knees to rest and re-group and re-pack for the next segment. Will says his "hiking family" will all take the day of rest and relaxation, everyone agrees it is much needed. If you are following along on his "Spot" track you will see no movement today. But there are some days Will shows no movement as he seems to be conserving his "Spot" batteries. Clicking on Brian's "Spot" location will give you a better idea of where the boys are. Brian has been faithful in clicking on his "Spot" location.

They reached the NOC (Nantahala Outdoor Center) yesterday afternoon. This is an outdoor adventure center that is friendly to the hikers and offers outdoor excursions to visitors who come. I am not sure if the boys will decide to white water raft today, we wait to hear. I am watching Will's banking account closely as the NOC has a "Gear" store with lots of shinny stuff. I am trying to preach conservatism but I know my son!

We are estimating the guys have about 140 miles in now. Will spoke of the challenging terrain they faced yesterday. He spoke of the deep gaps and some tough downhills they traversed. This was interesting because earlier in the morning I pointed out to Tanner on the Topography map the guys faced some tough downhill terrain. Back home we are enjoying plotting their trek on a map, something I think Will will enjoy seeing once he returns.

Will continues to talk about his "trail family." As Brain's blog mentions they seem to enjoy "Stickerbush" and "Danger Mouse" and "Caveman" and their company. Their trail friendship seems to be a mutual benefit to everyone. Hopefully we will have the opportunity to meet these characters when we meet up in Tennessee in 10 days. I can hardly wait to trade photo cards with Will so we can share his pictures with you followers SOON!

For me............I am needing an appointment with my financial advisor and building up our 401k so Beth and I can do this SOON! If I disappear with Will 10 days from now I promise I am on the AT and not in Argentina!