Appalachian Trail Thru-Hike Day 73...Big Miles from the Start?

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Can anyone start the trail in a heat wave and expect to do 25 miles on day 1?
Day 73
Start - Thunder Hill Shelter (mile 772.8)
End - Little Rocky Row (mile 791.3)
Miles walked - 18.5
Total Ascent - 3,762.8 ft
Total Descent - 5,271.7 ft
Total Grade - 488.6 ft/mi
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[@CindyTaylor-mr4wf]

19.5 mi!!! Wowzers!!! I have a trail name for you - “SWOOP” - cause you always swoop in and save the day! 😃

[@kewmonette]

Captain, the smile on your face while hiking with dad, was the best part of this!

[@TheHuffruff]

You are definitely missed Sunshine but it’s amazing that Will can step in. Captain is a great leader. He has learned so much! 😘

[@OG-PapaDude]

You're so right about the importance of spending quality time like this with your kids at this age. When my daughter was 15, we were fortunate enough to be able to spend three months on the road in an RV traveling around the states. We only had the opportunity because we lost our home in a big wildfire. I wouldn't trade that time for anything. Doing great, dad!

[@WorldTowning]

so cool you have these memories

[@YTusercomment]

Will...18 miles on the first day...when you haven't been hiking, is very good. More than most do...no use risking injury by trying to "blow the doors off" too early on.

[@Golfpt62]

Congrats Will on 19.5. Miss you Sunshine. Great job Captain taking care of your dad

[@angellynette8258]

Loved seeing you two hiking together. I know you’ve done this already but give yourself some grace, the fact that you did that many miles on your 1st day, an hadn’t been hiking in months, plus in a heat wave, is nothing short of amazing. The majority of the other hiker’s couldn’t/didn’t do that on their 1st day. Your videos are some of my favorites of the trail, with the editing an music, it just moves you. Happy hiking!

[@lorispeers7690]

Loved seeing you guys hike together, Will you did amazing! I love your honesty and humor! 💜

[@eileenderheim3768]

19 miles was a heck of a first day. Captain is doing great with all the hike logistics, and making sure everyone has water.

[@stephanieaston7178]

Will is hilarious! And I love seeing him and Largo together! Y’all have such an amazing family!❤️

[@blueberrypieology3088]

So proud of all of you. Captain for being a strong force, Will for the achievement on this hot first day, and Sunshine for resting diligently ❤

[@WorldTowning]

My type A was going crazy, but I did rest. Thanks

[@ChelaneyLane]

I vote Will ‘s trail name as Editor…. Or Mr Editor……? Something along that line.

[@harolddenton6031]

I day producer will.

[@suecox8355]

Great seeing you two together on the trail. Mend fast Sunshine!🦋❤️

[@lorispeers7690]

OMGosh! I left a comment before I heard your amazing Journey/Steve Perry impersonation! I didn’t know you could sing! We should have had a karaoke night on the Camino so we could see/hear the talent you possess!💜

[@AbigailL-bu9zg]

Loved the vlog today! Will & Captain are hilarious!

[@toomuchgarden6898]

My mind is blown by your day one 19.5 miles! That is a crazy big day one. My biggest day 1 was 11.9 so i salute you sir!

[@Nonyabusiness2023]

Will awesome job-impressive first day! Captain you did a great job being the leader of the pack! I would hike with you anytime. Sunshine we hope your recovery goes well. Sending prayers & good vibes!

[@user-rv9hx3ft6l]

Right on will it’s the most important thing in the world these are days he will remember

[@youngAThart]

Will is the ‘Editor-in-Chief’. Hence trail name of Chief. So you have a Captain and a Chief. 😉

[@onedandylion]

Lovely to see Will and Captain hanging out together - and it really is fantastic to hear Will appreciating his boy for taking charge of the day. What a boost for Captain's confidence as he is clearly a very capable leader.

[@sharimahigab1292]

I’m a Will fan !! ;) it sucks getting older. I feel your pain

[@hazellegate9624]

Congrats on toughing out your first (too long) day, Will, after several months of desk work! 👏 I’m so blown away by Largo (Captain). He is the most positive, optimistic, and encouraging young man! All bests, very few worsts. We could all take a lesson from him. Suggestions for your summer hiking: a cooler hiking hat that shades you from the sun; wet your hair to cool yourself; no black clothes; snack or ‘graze’ instead of having a heavier mid-day meal (eg cereal bars, trail mix, crackers and cheese, oranges, etc). And in an ideal world, start slow! 😂

[@loririchardson3547]

Great job Will. Hopefully Sunshine is resting and nursing those ankles. Captain I'm starting to think you could do this hike in your sleep.

[@wyomingcowboy2939]

I feel we are part of the Journey,miss Sunshine, from Shirley 😊

[@sailingarista]

Love your videos which have become a part of my mental health routine. So now I’m worried about you ❤😊 just let us know when to expect you back! Hope everyone is well.

[@Lovesracing19]

Yes, enjoy this time with Captain, because when your kids are grown and have their own lives, they don't or can't come around as much. Enjoyed Will's singing. Glad your getting some good views. Safe travels.

[@Flipperwi715]

Why could I bet a large amount of money, knowing Sunshine's gratitude and love bowls are overflowing.

[@rdgreeley]

❤ priceless. Captain: you’re a machine. Thanks for taking care of your Papa.

[@nbig860]

Love seeing you guys enjoying father-son time 👍😍👏🏻

[@elebelle51]

Nice that Will has this chance to spend time walking with Captain. But it's not great that Jessica had to take this time out. I hope the rest helps you with tendonitis. Wishing you all the best. Since I don't comment often, I wish a very happy birthday to Avalon and the apartment search coming up.

[@attract1234]

It's good for you Will to get out in nature, I feel you been cooped up in a apartment. Make the most off hanging out with Largo.

[@sharimahigab1292]

Okay. I admit it. I’ve watched and listened to these vlogs of Will 2xs …

[@marilynm5024]

Amazing , Will , that you hiked that far, in that heat, on your first day!!!!!! This time that you guys are spending together is priceless. Cherish it and store up these memories.

[@karennadherny7615]

I think it is awesome that you both have your alone time hiking with your son making great memories!

[@judygoode5866]

You did awesome Will! I just love this family! All of you are so positive even during adversity.

[@mccarthympma]

Hope everyone is ok, miss your daily updates!

[@helenvwalker7919]

What a privilege to walk this incredible long distance walk together for a bit.😊

[@teresadarnell9159]

Well done Will!

[@lmkwillow6395]

I do❤ your daily vlogs, but surely understand when you can’t make it happen every day. I, for one completely understand busy-ness and trying to prioritize my time. I asked myself often, “How can I prioritize when everything is important.?”

[@carolh.1787]

By mess ups, you mean ‘learning moments’ 🙂

[@byrdsonawire]

Cheers to singing Journey on your journey!! Awesomeness!!!!

[@LJ-pp9wj]

Will do not beat yourself up. I’ve been watching people hike the AT for a couple years and few are able to hike 25. Your doing great!

[@lynlandham3779]

You're funny Will! Enjoyed the day with you and Cap'n!

[@dennismatthews6660]

Hiking at 90°. Be careful out there! Thank you for sharing!

[@sandrap3047]

Real men wear pink! Your face was too funny when you were talking about your vegetarian chili! You did great Will! Glad you got to spend some time with your boy!

[@colleenhikes]

Its a black rat snake, harmless. Likes to climb trees

[@WorldTowning]

One scared the shit out of me yesterday.

[@kathleenmichalek3126]

Miss as many days vlogging as you want. We will still watch. Time with Captain is way more important. This is time you will cherish in the future.

[@SVZ-hj9fp]

Seems like it is really important nd beautiful that Will also gets some of this time. I feel sad that the 3 of you can't do it all together.

[@WorldTowning]

Us too. First time separated for an adventure.

[@suemoore1965]

WILLPOWER -- The pink cooling towel you got SUNSHINE....can you give us a link to it?

[@ladidi5222]

I’m glad you guys are getting quality time together. When you saw that water, didn’t you want to just jump in? Have a great time. Hello sunshine, hope you’re doing well too. 😊

[@WorldTowning]

yes, every, single day.

[@joanhall3718]

Will keep taking the time. While I absolutely love the daily blogs, I’d love it more if you took the time to hike with your family. A few breaks in the daily blogs is a small price to pay if it allows you to join Captain and Sunshine on the trail more often. (So hard to call them by their trail names after watching for years). Like you said in the video, you will never get this time back. Great job hiking on your first day out. I can’t imagine doing that many miles, and I love hiking.

[@WorldTowning]

I know, me too! Largo is hard to change to Captain.

[@karens6053]

Need to get Mountain House brand, they are the best out there

[@dianashaw6229]

Why are you wearing your jacket when it’s that hot

[@LJ-pp9wj]

Just need to dye your hair pink