The beautiful sunrise I watched from the privy did not foreshadow the rain and bitter cold that was to come. We walked some high ridges with stunning views: the wintry winds had frosted half the mountain, leaving the other half seemingly dry and autumnal. Tonight I sleep with everything I own because temps are expected to dip to -5. I am not thrilled and warns the others that if I was too cold to sleep, I'd likely pack up and head off early.
Tomorrow, we head into Hot Springs, followed by a zero as we head to REI in Asheville for some gear. First up for me: either a sleeping bag liner or a quilt to make the nights more bearable. But I also need to replace my shoes again, get trekking poles, and buy a fuel stove since the cold is making the alcohol stove less and less effective.
Start: some shelter somewhere
End: Little Laurel Shelter
Distance: 20.7 miles
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