Leaving for a section hike last week of Sept into first week or so of October. Ended my thru hike at Damascus a few yrs ago due to the failing health of my father. Yes was really bummed out when I came home but in hindsight best decision I ever made as my father passed away the next yr. Just never went back and it has bothered me as unfinished business. So now ready to get back on the trail and complete sections .
Will be 65 next month and would like to shoot for completing the trail by age 70.
Have narrowly this upcoming trip to the two options in title. What are the pro and cons of both and which one would you favor.
Will be travelling from Southern IN --not yet decided if I will drive down and shuttle or ride the dog into closest town possible and take off from there.
Thanks in advance for your advise and suggestions.