Ok, I will keep you in mind.
Have a great trip either way. As a teacher I am sure you will have well earned it.

51 year old Irishman marooned in Honolulu for the last 14 years, looking to south-north the GDMBR starting possibly as soon as mid to late May. Planning to motel/camp but keep gear light, eat out more often than camp cook. I am thinking 50-70miles/day to start, then up the mileage as body and terrain allows. I am open to part time tag alongs, smaller gang or whatever. Anything that still helps logistically.