Mile 159.2, Cable Gap Shelter
I hiked hard yesterday to get to the campsite and get set up before the rain came. I was all set by about 3:30. The rain finally came at about 8:00 and then the lightning and thunder and then the wind. The light show was quite impressive. The rain fell in buckets. The wind blew limbs out of trees. But my tent stayed true and kept me dry. It was good to get that first storm under my belt. It wasn't so bad after all.
Today's hike was nice. Flowers were blooming. Trees were budding. The ruffed grouse continued their mating rituals. Spring seems to be coming to the Appalachian Mountains.
Tomorrow I have a short hike of about 6 miles to Fontana Dam. I will take Sunday as a zero day, and then I start into the Smokies. I don't know why but the Smokies to me are a big milestone.
I saw only three people on the trail today. That was a nice change. I suppose all of us hikers are starting to spread out a bit.
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Glad to know your gear kept you dry in a big storm.
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