Day 3 & 4 - Gooch Mt and Woody Gap

Susan's Journal Entry 3 - Tuesday, March 27, 7:11PM

Sam's AT Mileage Tracker: Day 3 Mile Marker 8.1 to 15.7 to reach Gooch Mt Shelter

"Its the first day of camping for me.  It was a very long day but I'm doing fine.  Samantha is very patient.  She made dinner and got water.  I cleaned up.  We both set up our houses.  Hopefully it won't fall down.  Love you guys."

Samantha's Photo Blog for Tuesday and Wednesday with Captions by Susan - Wednesday, March 28 6:45PM

Sam's AT Mileage Tracker: Day 4 Mile Marker 15.7 to 20.3 to reach Woody Gap


Left Picture: We are starting to warm up.  Lots of rhododendrons are getting ready to bloom.  In a couple of weeks, it will be gorgeous!

Right Picture: Fording our first real stream!  I'm next, and I made it!!!


Left Picture: Me in the rhododendrons.  They are really green and pretty.

Right Picture: It's the next day, all misty rain but the trail and trail markers are clear.



Left Picture: Me in the bright rain jacket.  Lots of hiking up and down.  It's a tough day.

Right Picture: Sam in the mist.



We thought we captured a view from Roan Mountain.  It turns our this was Ramrock Mountain.


Once we reached Woodygap, we took a shuttle to Neel Gap to spend the evening in slightly more comfortable accommodations then the ground.  Really, the bunks weren't much of an improvement.

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  1. UnknownMarch 29, 2018 at 8:55 AM

    This is a great adventure, keep sending these pictures. Good luck and be safe.

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