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)
North Carolina
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…
Dick’s Creek Gap (69.7mi) to Fontana Dam (165.8mi)
After a much needed rest for our feet, a stinky load of laundry and happily letting the tornados pass by, we started our hike again heading north from Hiawassee, Georgia to our next break in Fontana Dam, North Carolina. We left Hiawassee on May 1st after one of the most incredible hiker breakfast's at the Blueberry Patch Hostel … Continue reading Dick’s Creek Gap (69.7mi) to Fontana Dam (165.8mi)
Boots to Birks 