Sad News for A.T. People

“I only just discovered that Keith Shaw, Sr. died yesterday in Monson.

(For those of you who weren\'t fortunate to know him, Keith ran a hiker B&B in Maine that was absolutely legendary on the A.T. He took in something like 30,000 backpackers over the years, including most of the folks who\\\'ve hiked the whole trail. Keith took in hikers back before anyone else would have anything to do with them. The hospitality, friendliness, and kindness one found there made it a very special place for those of us who\\\'ve spent time on the Trail).

If anyone wishes to send a card or note to his wife Pat or son Keith Jr., here is the address. I\\\'m sure they\\\'d appreciate hearing from folks who were fortunate enough, like me, to have known Keith as a friend.

The Shaw Family
PO Box 157 or 17 Pleasant Street
Monson, ME. 04464”

“That is so sad.........a real trail angel....”

“Jack, thanks for passing along the news.”

“Thanks Jack - keith will definitely be missed.”

“It's always sad to see people who have given so much go. The AT community is a tightly-knit and wonderful bunch of people. My condolences to his family and friends...”

“Thanks for letting us know. Sounds like he had a full, rich life.”

“sad news but anyways welcome to TT Jack - this is the first I have seen you over here - I'd give you the standard TT welcome but it is hard to call someone you have met a troll”

“I did not know Keith, but thanks for the post. I have met people like him, and their efforts truly do go unrewarded other than the affection people carry in their hearts.”

“keith was a funny old coot but a good man. what exactly happened, jack?”

“and boy, could that man cook”

“Sounds like a good guy, I am sure he will be missed by many!”

“Sorry to here the news Worth the walk to stay with the family.Gave good advise about the last 100mi.
last edited: 12/09/04 8:05:59 PM”

“i got lost goin to their house. a side trail leads from the AT to the road into monson, but right before i got to the road, i took a wrong turn onto a snowmobile path, and ended up on the other side of town. i stood at the side of the road trying to hitch a ride for 45 minutes. when i finally got picked up, i found out to my dismay and amusement that the town was just on the other side of the hill and i could have walked there in 5 minutes. when i finally walked into their home that night, keith eagerly made me feel really welcome and sat at the table while i ate pouring me milk and coffee and making sure that i got plenty to eat.
fear not, AT thru-hikers, im sure the business will go on, as it is already is in his sons name, and his wife is still there and in good health as far as i know

r.i.p. mr shaw”