curious why he didn't go further east
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A vigorous five-mile walk will do more good for an unhappy but otherwise healthy adult than all the medicine and psychology in the world. ~Paul Dudley White
I'm guessing he's trying to connect already established trails where possible?
Apparently, he was trying to avoid populated trails like the AT on his hike during the pandemic. So, if the route pictured is what he actually walked or planned on walking, that might also be a reason.
I'm not lost. I'm exploring.