Standing Bear Farm. Mile 240.8

This is a hostel that caters to thru-hikers. Quite the place, a cross between a 60's hippy commune and Ripley's Believe it or Not. Rocket, the owner is never without a cigarette and a Bud Lite. When you "check in" you get an envelope to keep track of what you buy. A beer is $2 or $2.50 depending on brand. There is a hiker store with everything from peanut butter to rolling papers. Just write what you take on the envelop. The shower had good hot water. Everyone was rather rank getting off the trail and the shower was appreciated.