Got a ride from two drywallers up highway 18 to the intersection with turn toward Big Bear Lake. At the suggestion of a nice older man I took the bus to Big Bear Lake. It's been a long time since I rode a public bus and this was quite the experience; passengers singing to Lady Gaga, a smoke break, drop off at Von's for the 15 minute break for anyone needing to get groceries. Wow!
Dropped my stuff at International Travelers House hostel then headed to the Grizzly Manor Cafe for a late breakfast and early lunch. And tomorrow's breakfast since the servings were so huge.
Reconnected with Matt and Cody at Starbucks where we discussed resupply strategy and trail lore. These two are amazing. They'll be forging ahead at 20 miles per day into the Mohave. Maybe I'll see them in Kennedy Meadows.
The hostel is an interesting first experience. It's a little like living in a dorm at an international school. People from Brazil, Tunisia, and the US sharing bathrooms and other living spaces. Lots of alcohol and food shared with conversation. Nice people.
Our host, Ian, gave an impromptu concert at the end of the day in front of a roaring fire.
Tomorrow it's off to the post office for packages and thrift store - a Matt and Cody suggestion.
It was fate to come here at this place. It really paves the way for me to want to go out more. I was fortunate enough to have seen these excellent venues in NYC with my friends. The entire space feel warm and intimate.
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