Day 81

Weather:
Sunny, no rain.

Today's Hike:
Brown Mtn. Shelter to Greasy Spring Rd. - 12.0 miles

Although I awoke rested and in good spirits today - mentally ready to hike, Musters feet were only willing to take her so far. The plan had been to hike 17.2 miles to Spy Rock, but after a huge elevation climb (3,000 ft.) and an afternoon of constant ups and downs in the heat our her feet were done at mile 12. Not to mention her unpredictable stomach issues. She has been permanently banned from eating tuna fish and broccoli while on the trail. So, we've set up home early tonight, cooked a hardy meal of Spanish rice and cheese over the fire, and crawled into the tent by 7:45pm. Tonight I have a date with my book and maybe an earlier then usual bedtime.