April 23 – Planned hike from Campbell Shelter to Tinkers Cliffs to Lambert Meadow campground. Planned to me about 6 miles and significant climb up to Tinkers Cliffs
Woke at 7 am, had breakfast, packed and on the trail by 8 am. Felt a bit more organized the second day getting packed up. Did not sleep well at a bit restless even after a day of hiking… probably just from first day out yesterday.
The first 2 miles for the day were level or downhill. The net 2 miles were killer uphill to Tinkers Cliffs. Perfect sunny skies and weather in the 70’s. Just as I reached the top I could see the hiking club from yesterday leaving the other side… just missed them.. Climbing was no fun. I try to put my head and down and count out about 40 or 50 steps before I stop, get my heart rate down and start again.
Another fantastic view at Tinkers Cliffs looking back at McAfee Knob from yesterday. After some time at the top, hikesd about 2 miles downhill to the Lamberts Meadow area where I set up camp in the Lambert Campground next to running stream… very nice spot. Decided want to pack my backpack chair going forward !!
Stats for today’s hike: 6.94 miles, 1396 ft elevation, 6hr 16m, 1.1 mph.
Adventures of an AT Section hiker "Mapless" 
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