Crossing into Virginia means 3 states down and only 11 more to go! It also means easier terrain and the onset of spring. Three cheers for Ol' Virginny!
Friday, April 27, 2007
Kincora!
The Kincora hiker hostel (near Hampton, TN) was our next off-trail stop. The owner, Bob Peoples, built this treehouse-for-two in his spare time and we got to sleep in it!
Home Sweet Home
Kind of what I imagine gypsy life might be like - a new home every night, but the routine remains pretty much the same. This is a typical evening for us around dinner time.
Here Comes the Sun
Finally the storms passed! The sun came out and we crossed over Hump Mountain under blue skies.
More Storms
We returned to the AT to find more bad weather! We climbed Roan Mountain in a hailstorm which evolved into a thunderstorm! It never let up until we reached overmountain shelter, which is actually a converted barn. We were cold, wet, muddy, and miserable; the scene was eerie, but beautiful.
A Nice Visit
After several wintry days, it was good to hop off the trail for a night to visit family. Matt's folks treated us to a cabin night of homecooked food! Thanks Dwight and Jewell (aka Dad and Mom)!!!
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