April 28, 2023
AT miles: 15.1
Ascent: 2649’
Descent: 4026’
Weather: mid~50’s and soaking rain all day
Sightings: rain slickers and raindrops
High points: successfully navigating the super-slippery trail
April 26, 2023
AT miles: 13.9
Ascent: 4137’
Descent: 2733’
Weather: rainy and cold (mid-40’s) ~~ just plain miserable
Sightings: lots of raindrops
High points: doing nearly 14 miles with LOTS of up-and-down and a long break to adjust my gear in a little over 7 hours! Occasionally, I impress myself!
April 25, 2023
AT miles: 5.7
Ascent: 1081’
Descent: 866’
Weather: partly cloudy and mid-50’s
High points: the many great views and the wonderful dinner at the NOC
April 24, 2023
AT miles: 10.6
Ascent: 1963’
Descent: 2480’
Weather: sunny and cool— highs in the mid-50’s
Sightings:
High points: just walking along the trail