I started my week in New Hampshire at the 27th Annual Granite Man Triathlon in Wolfeboro. This competitive, though family friendly event is a perfect way to spend an August day on Lake Winnipesaukee. They put a cap on the number of competitors so you can always expect a full race crowd. Participants that come appear to make a pilgrimage of sorts to this small New England town each year for this race. Everyone is asking one another about families and such.
After the Granite Man, I made my way up to a place called Hikers Paradise in Gorham, NH. Gorham is the last 'big' town on the Appalachian Trail before northbound hikers head into Maine to finish their trek. I was greeted with big smiles from Bruno, the owner of Hikers Paradise, which is essentially a hostel for AT hikers. I spent the night there with the AT hiking crew who all have trail names like Dave from Maine (who is hiking the AT for a second time), Peanut, WrongWay and many more. They were all super excited to freshen up their feet for the rest of their journey. Today, I'm heading to Rye to help the Blue Ocean Society with a beach clean up day. I hope to see you there!
The picture below is from a brave soul at the Granite Man that did a portion of the event in ski apparel and point6 socks!
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