19 Days and Counting!

With only 19 days to go until the 3-Day Walk, training and preparation is in full swing! 

One of the best things about training here in Phoenixville is being so close to Valley Forge National Park! This morning the park was filled with walkers, bikers, runners, strollers, dogs and many people taking advantage of a beautiful morning! I took another loop around the park and broke in my new shoes. If you have never done the full loop, its 5 miles if you stay on the path. Filled with hills, turns and lots of traffic-its a great way to get in some steps prior to October 5. There is plenty of areas to stop along the way for water and such but the scenery is the main attraction. The park is seeing hints of fall -- with some leaves starting to turn. I have included a picture I took this morning. 

By this time I have also gotten my sleeping bag out, purchased a small air mattress and bought all my travel goodies! You only have 32lbs of allowed baggage, so you have to pack tight. A duffle bag works best and all your stuff must be packed inside or attached to the outside. It's pretty much like camping...but you get to shower in a truck!

3 weeks to go and next time I will tackle about 12 miles! I feel ready but a few extra steps never hurts.