We woke up early and practically ran down the last 2.5mi of hill into Fontana Dam for our nero day to binge eat a hiker meal for breakfast, rather than dinner like we had in the past. Breakfast is awesome, and the thought of an overstuffed omlette with a side of bacon is music to … Continue reading Fontana Dam, NC: May 8th (165.8mi) to Clingman’s Dome, NC: May 11th (199.1mi)
Clingman’s Dome
Down But Not Out…
On May 11th we woke up with 10 of our fellow thru-hiking companions and walked three miles in the dark to watch the sun rise at Clingman's Dome - the highest point on the Appalachian Trail. It was beautiful; with dissipating clouds from the previous days' rain storm the intense orange looked like that scene from … Continue reading Down But Not Out…
Boots to Birks 