The dehydrator is humming on the counter in the kitchen.  The vacuum sealer has sucked tight some venison jerky in preparation for the walk.  I just ordered a copy of "Edible Plants of Eastern North America".  I'm hoping we can supplement our packaged meals on the trail with some plants we find along the way.  No doubt that Nature can provide more than we often realize.  I also ordered a guide book for the A.T.  It will be handy to know how far it is to the next water source and where we can restock the food supply. 

It has been snowing lately here in Montana!  Hiking up the ridge at Bridger Bowl has been good for getting my hiking legs in shape, and descending has been pure joy!