May 8, 2012

Well, if you haven't heard by now, I'm back off the trail again.   The week of hiking from Erwin to Roan Mtn, TN has taken it's toll on my left knee, and I've decided not to continue to punish it.

Cheryl was kind and came out on Saturday morning and picked me up at the Mountain Harbour Hostel.

I'm back out riding my bike and continuing on with life.

I really want to extend my deepest thanks to all those folks who have encouraged and helped to make even this part of my AT hike possible.  I have a much deeper appreciation of what the AT is, and that incredible community that surrounds it.

I do have a few last photos to share with you.




Pink Lady Slipper near Brushy Mtn



White Lady Slipper near Brushy Mtn

Sunrise from the Overmountain Shelter  May 4