Having trouble getting phone service in the mountains, but I am alright, having a great time. There are some rugged climbs, lots of trees and more trees, New gear is working great, so camping part is fun. Meals are good but too filling, may have to cut down on noon meal. Pack travels well, and I have been doing alot of up one mountain and down the next, but not too bad yet. Traveling with some of the hikers from my group at the hostel, tonight hitching a ride into town for some city food, before we are too far away tomorrow. Missing family, only downside to whole thing. Listening to books at night, sun sets and rises early. Weather has been really nice today and all of the remnant snow has melted, and of course is now MUD. Seeing about getting some gators to keep the rocks out of my boots, while I am in town. Didn't think I needed them before, but I am tired of emptying pebbles out of my boots.