[pct-l] Trail towns, trail magic, and tipping

[Douglas Tow]

It's exciting to hear all the folks preparing for their adventure.

To some, it might seem like preaching to the choir, but here goes:

*Trail towns*

Spend some money.  Smile, be patient, and say "thank you."  By your
behavior, change the minds of those who are grumpy.  Scrub your pits and
put on your freshest shirt (?).  Don't be a weenie.

In hotels, don't use their white towels to clean your gear.  They never get
clean after that, and they are a total loss.  Ask the desk if they have
something suitable, or use your bandana or scrub cloth.

*Tipping*

Tip huge.  Good karma.  You'll see.

*Trail magic*

When it's a lonely cooler or a water cache, remember that there might be 50
people just that day passing that point.  When you finish your Coke, take
the empty with you unless a trash container is provided.

When there is a trail angel there, don't treat their generosity like a
buffet.  Again, lots of folks are coming along, and supplies are limited.
Though many trail angels do not accept donations, many cannot continue
their work without them, so always offer.  For overnights, ask what is a
proper donation, and try to give even more.

Remember, *you* are the PCT.

Cheers,

Chipmunk