A late start from North Adams and a slow sweaty climb of the sub-peaks of Mt Greylock: Mt Prospect, Mt Williams, and Mt Fitch. We make the true peak of Greylock at half past three, in time for a late lunch (very good bacon tomato chedder melt) at the Bascom Lodge. Pictured is the War Memorial Monument a "beacon standing for peace" honoring Massachusetts' dead from the first World War. You're not allowed to fire a gun within a mile of it.
Mt Greylock is beautiful but very popular. Heading down the south side it's much more peaceful, oddly empty of both thru-hikers and automobile tourists. We made our way down to the Basset Brook campsite and made camp. A facile Canadian thru-hiker called Zada made a fire for us there and we sat up late (nearly ten!) talking about important things.
The trip is sounding fun. We're excited to see you both.
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ReplyDeleteWhen you are at 30 you are less than 5 miles from us, consider staying here or let us know so we can try to meet you on the trail. Rick and Monique 914 438 2352