Tuesday, September 16 - Mile 2,669

It is good to have an end to the journey;

but it is the journey that matters in the end."

Ursula K. LeGui

Today at approximately 3pm, I completed my thru-hike of the Pacific Crest Trail from the border of Mexico near Campo California to Manning Park, Canada. Here are some stats: 146 days, 2,669 miles, 977,826 feet of altitude change, approximately 650,000 calories burned, 5 pair of running shoes, 2 pair of running shorts, and one running shirt. (I think it might be time to retire the shirt.)

Eva met me at Manning Park, and we spent the night in the beautiful lodge. We'll spend the next two days in Vancouver and fly home on the 19th. I haven't been home for almost 5 months. I am looking forward to getting home and seeing family and friends. I miss driving my truck, mowing my lawns, working in my garage, corporate worship, and so many other things.

Thank you for your support and prayers as I hiked the PCT. You are a blessing to me and my wife. You were a source of strength and encouragement to both of us. God bless you. I hope to have the opportunity to thank many of you in person when I get home.