New old guy from Pennsyltucky

[PieCrust]

Hello everyone. my trail name is Piecrust, real name is Tim McMenamin

I am a retired Firefighter paramedic and 911 Director.

That is my little joke about the new OLD guy.

My son & I were experienced backpackers quite a few years ago. I have not put on a pack since the early 90's and I got the bug again.

I always had a dream to hike the AT straight through. I have done most of Va, Md and some of Pa.

So now I am working on getting back in shape. Today I set out on a test. On a local "rails to trails" hike. Without pack I was able to do 3 miles in an hour out, and after half hour break did the 3 mile return in an hour so I am pleased. YES I know Rails to Trails are flat and easy to do, but for an old fat guy former smoker, that ain't too bad. I will be back daily to get in shape for a weekender somewhere in eastern Pa by the end of Sept. Just hope I can get my Nephew motivated as well.

Well hope to talk to you all later

PieCrust

[PaulMags]

Welcome!