Second day of the 1,000 Mile Trek but the first day with our bikes fully loaded while accomplishing 55 miles to our planned destination at Indiana Dunes State Park. We followed the Lakeshore Trail out of Chicago, riding along Lake Michigan to our left hand side. There was talk of rain, but luckily none came and instead we enjoyed a cloudy and cooler day of biking. We were excited to cross the state line into Indiana knowing we had one state behind us. The ride was an adjustment for the group, getting used to riding with a loaded bicycle and completing so many miles at the same time. On the other hand, it was really motivating to hear the group’s reflection at the end of the day and how the shared struggle caused them to bond with one another. Over a campsite dinner of caprese pasta with parmesan and chicken, we huddled over a fire with lots of wood provided by a kind park ranger, and we discussed our first day on the 1,000 mile journey and our goals moving ahead. Tomorrow looks like a morning swim at Porter Beach and more camping in Lakeville, Indiana! We’ll tell you what happens along the way tomorrow!