06-02-2015 14:13
06-02-2015 14:13
I'm starting a virtual hike of the Florida Keys tomorrow, June 3. That way, instead of just saying I took 10,000 steps, I can say "I made it to Key West!) I thought I'd start with the shortest trail.
Join me and let's post our progress and encourage each other!
http://www.walking4fun.com/trails/florida-keys-overseas-heritage-trail/
07-10-2015 01:40
07-10-2015 01:40
07-10-2015 07:01
07-10-2015 07:01
Hi Bobbi, Sounds like you've had a lot of fun. Great that you stayed the same weight! That is wonderful!
It has been very quiet here. The weather has been very humid here and not as beautiful as last week. I think the humidiy is, thankfully, decreasing. I walk usually 3-3.5 miles a day. It usually takes me around an hour. I just started adding a bit of running too. It still feels awkward but I'm sure that will improve. I havent been doing too much running so I don't hurt myself. It hasn't taken me as long to recover after the bit of running, I guess due to all the walking I do. Sometimes I go for a leisurly walk in the evening also. It just makes me feel good.
Each day, the trail has been disappointing compared to the Florida Keys one. The pictures, so far, have been sparse, more distant, and just blah. I feel like the photographer is just taking obligatory pictures instead of trying to compose shots that he/she is emotionally involved in, if that makes any sense. All nature is beautiful and this just doesn't reflect that. I found that with the Keys trail, I couldn't wait to see the photos after I logged in. I felt as though, as much as you can virtually, I was hiking that trail. I don't feel that way with this trail. I feel like I am just seeing bits and pieces and not very interesting ones. Tell me what you all think. Should we try a different trail? Are there better ones?
07-10-2015 13:04
07-10-2015 13:04
This is kinda hard to believe but I think im going to hit the 100 mile mark tonight after work! Lots of pretty pics of flowers and such once you pass the lake. Do you all sign the register? It seams not many folks do, it is interesting to check out the posts sometimes 🙂
07-10-2015 13:06
07-10-2015 13:06
I see pics of flowers up cose and landscapes every day now. Much more interesting and pretty views. I think in the beginning everything ont he trail is pretty monotonous and well, not very pretty..but it gets better!
07-10-2015 15:38
07-10-2015 15:38
That's terrific Auroram! I'm glad to hear that it gets better. I was so disappointed!
07-10-2015 20:15
07-10-2015 20:15
I'm very excited. I should be finally finished the Florida Keys trail by end of day tomorrow! Anyone have any suggestions for what I should choose next?
07-10-2015 20:58
07-10-2015 20:58
07-10-2015 21:00
07-10-2015 21:00
07-10-2015 21:36
07-10-2015 21:36
LOL I put in over 8 miles each day I work by walking to and from. I actually would have made it sooner had I not gotten sick last week...No toddlers for me..can't get my teens to do my walking for me darn them 😉
07-10-2015 21:39
07-10-2015 21:39
If anyone wants to join my friends list on walking 4 fun, let me know your id and ill add you 🙂
07-11-2015 09:56
07-11-2015 09:56
Yes, paperclip, please join us on Pacific Crest. We miss you!
07-11-2015 09:57
07-11-2015 09:57
Bobbi, the humidity slows me down too and so does the heat. I keep thinking that I need to get up early and walk when it's cooler. I wake but by the time my motor is running, it is later than I'd like. My calves have been great since I got the orthotics.
07-11-2015 09:58 - edited 07-11-2015 09:59
07-11-2015 09:58 - edited 07-11-2015 09:59
That is impressive Auroram! 8 miles! Yay!!
07-11-2015 17:24
07-11-2015 17:24
Well, not sure how I miscalculated so terribly but I still have 3.6 miles left on that darned Florida Keys. I WILL be joining you guys on the Pacific Crest tomorrow though.
Bobbinyc - you're too funny! I look forward to seeing you on the trail.
Joy - you're an inspiration to keep going.
See you guys soon!
07-11-2015 18:11
07-11-2015 18:11
07-12-2015 07:51
07-12-2015 07:51
ha ha! I do love a good croissant! I'll see you guys on the trail tonight!
07-12-2015 18:55
07-12-2015 18:55
I'm officially on the Pacific Crest Trail. All steps, starting July 13, will be logged against the Pacific Trail. Looking forward to following all of you!
07-13-2015 17:44
07-13-2015 17:44
Yay, Paperclip!!
07-14-2015 20:15
07-14-2015 20:15
07-15-2015 05:15
07-15-2015 05:15
I started the PCT on sunday, can I join your group? My name is Nicole and my member number is # 5173
I'm still on Stage 1, but hoping to ramp it up this week. How often do you get a new picture of the trail? It seems like I got a few the first day, then now it seems like I only get one a day? Not sure if I'm looking in the wrong spot.
Thanks!