Mike,
In just a couple of months I will be heading out for my second attempt to run across the state of Tenn, 314 miles (500 KM). There are many places Out There where folks just ain't right... and I have met some of them. I will be "tweeting" it and you can, if you like, "follow" along, username is mikeomelia.
Good luck on the run and I hope that you make it all the way. Maybe you should train with Forrest Grump.
Ron
