I started my FKT attempt at 5AM. The first section is very runnable, however, the rest of the section is fairly hilly! The weather in the morning was super pleasant! It didn't take long before the humidity to start though. The early miles flowed until it became a creek to creek journey. I must of drank over 20L of filtered water (using a BeFree). I was glad I brought a lot of Skartch powder to offset my sweating.
I only saw 2 other hikers alll day! I did see 3 baby foxes playing, a porcupine, a wolf or a coyote, a snake, 2 bats, a house cat (with no houses around), and many farm animals.
Overall it was a good day! The mosquitoes were annoying but the scenery made up for it! I love being on trail!!!! I continue to reflect on the totality of this project. It's hard to believe this is the 7th section but the start of the halfway marker.
2x 100 miles+ to go!! 😳
Project 9: I've always wanted to do the Bruce Trail again, since my supported effort in 2017. Unfortunately, at this time, circumstances will not allow this to occur. This is the absolute best next thing. My goal is to earn unsupported FKTs on all 9 Bruce Trail sections in 2023. Distances range from 50km-106 miles. It won't be easy, but I'm super motivated to give it my all!!
section 1: Niagara (79km) ✅
section 2: Iroquoia (114km) ✅
section 3: Toronto (50km) ✅
section 4: Caledon (70km) ✅
section 5: Dufferin (54km) ✅
section 6: Blue Mtn (67km) ✅
section 7: Beaver Valley (115km) ✅
Working on the video for this E2E - Be sure to check out my YouTube channel to watch.
https://youtube.com/@chantaldemers
A shout-out to Jamieson!! Thank you for dropping me off and picking me up hours, or even a day later for my attempts! ❤️