Here is a shot of hybrid trying to cross a tree in our way:
We made it to the Nantahala Outdoor Center last night which is right on the trail and a beautiful river. We unfortunately got to the restaurant here just after they closed, but the manager must have felt bad for us and heated up some chili and poured us some ipas. Plus the Yankee game was on tv!
Ended up camping near the train tracks with our good trail buddies will (trail name - chimp), phil (trail name - chef or cheffield), and tequila joe (an awesome Vietnam vet).
(in the picture is chef and tequila joe)
Some severe storms are supposed to be rolling into the area so we are trying to get out of here and tented along the trail before they hit.
Fontana dam is next (if you've seem the fugitive, it's where they filmed that sweet jumping off the dam scene) and there has been talk of spending a night at will's folks place outside of Knoxville. I'm looking forward to it!
-mojo
Awesome pics AND a new high mileage--congrats. You guys have already had so much trail magic ... it gives me a new faith in Americans. Thanks for sharing your experiences. "Not the other, other guy"
ReplyDeleteYou guys really are having some amazing experiences. It really does make you realize that many Americans are good people. Unfortunately we only hear about the lousy ones usually. Good to know you are meeting some of the good ones.
ReplyDeleteStay safe and have fun :)
Love Dawnie G