20. Appalachian trail 2022 mile 972.1-1026.1 Front Royal, VA-Harper's Ferry, WV

Huge thanks to Vibissa Brewery and the outfitter for providing laundry and showers at Basecamp!
I was able to get laundry and resupply done and out of town before dark.
Hiked a few miles and made camp. There I met Jerry and his dog, Goofy. That lovable pup is a big morale boost every time I see him because he'll run over for pets and snuggles.
Hiked a section of trail call "The Roller Coaster." It was aot of steep up and down, but plenty of water. What really slowed me down were all the days hikers, they were everywhere! Most of these folks would stay shoulder to shoulder in the middle of the trail and wouldn't move. Trail etiquette is uphill has the right of way. These folks won't even move to the side regardless of going uphill, downhill, or just standingin the middle of the trail, the trail was 6ft wide at this point. 😠
Went to a gas station .3 miles from trail on my way to Harper's Ferry. I was able to consume and pack out some extra calories. It's good because resupply in Harper's Ferry is extremely limited so now I can stretch the food I have to get to the next town.