Journey Day 26 | PCT Day 26

Granitic peak through burnt forest, California

 5/12/85

Keith and I have strained relations. He heads off while I finish packing. I get more water from spring. Water is so important. Although heavy, I am uncomfortable without it, especially at night. Freeze-dried dinners not much good without it.

Boring, hot hike to Silverwood Lake. 11 miles by early afternoon. We take a long break at an ant-infested beach. 

The water filter is becoming a hassle. Keith and I argue over using it. We drop down to a picnic area for Mother’s Day calls, but all lines are busy.

We hike across the road to a nice campsite with a flushing porta-john. Crash outside.