Thank you again for your RSVPs! There are a few people I still need confirmation from, and need to know if you're planning to stay all three nights in the Park (27th, 28th, and 29th) or will have to leave early. No rush if you're still figuring this out, but I do need to let the Park know on Friday, August 26 (the day we arrive in Millinocket), exactly how many people we have each night camping. If you still need to reserve your room for Friday night, please refer back to the previous post.
Some of us are really looking forward to hiking Mount Katahdin, the highest mountain in Maine. Please understand that this is not something you should commit to doing if you are physically unprepared. For those who are interested, it is a strenuous hike with an incredible reward at the top. I encourage you to start training if you haven't already!
Please familiarize yourself with the Baxter State Park rules and regulations. Here are some highlights: No soap of any kind within 200 feet of a water source, no pets, and no outside firewood. Carry out all trash. Generally, "Leave No Trace." I, for one, will definitely plan to take a nice long shower on Friday night at the hotel, and then will braid my hair for the weekend. We can go swimming after our hikes in lieu of a shower!
As I mentioned earlier, I will be emailing out a rough and optional itinerary for certain activities that you can print ahead of time since we won't have cell service to get in touch with each other.
I also have two more blog posts planned for the week before we go: a packing checklist and a meal planning tips & ideas post. If you have any ideas or suggestions to share for these, let me know and I will be happy to include them. If you're intimidated by the idea of meal planning or packing for this trip, do not worry because these posts will have you covered!
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