Sunday, April 19, 2009

Troutville. VA

Hi from Troutville, VA. We're at a Super 8 Motel with other thru-hikers. Today, Sunday, April 19 we took a "zero day". Since Tuesday, here are photos that capture the amazing sights we've seen and experiences we've had. ENJOY

On Tuesday, April 21 we head towards Waynesboro, VA. We have some big mileage days ahead of us. We're estimating 8 days to get there. As for the weather, they're predicting RAIN. So, here's to stinky feet!



















Hanging out at McAfee Knob in Virginia.



























Our shelter mate, "Sharptooth's", bear weapon/hiking poles. Notices the knife screwed to the top of his pole? He hopes to see a bear, kill it, and eat it. Huh? First, is that legal? Second, do Americans eat bear?


Passing some farms in Virginia. We caught this cow using the "restroom."













"Too Klean" and "Burns" hiking up after crossing some farms















Look Pops! We made it to the Audie Murphy Monument (a decorated WWII soldier).



















"Hot Mess" stands beside the largest oak tree on the southern AT. The tree is estimated to be 300 years old.

















































"Too Klean" takes a hitch in the bed of a truck with "Burns" and "Wooden Spoon." We got a hitch right away. Not sure if because there were 4 of us (less threatening) are we used the wiggle approach (wiggle your thumb and make sure to have a cheesy smile). In the driver's glove compartment, there was a gun that "Hot Mess" saw when he handed her his business card.















We loved this message on top of a cooler of trail magic..."Thanks to those of you who dare to listen to your inner voice and choose a path that shows a different way of doing live. May we all discover that path."














1 comment:

Unknown said...

Your right as always. No, Americans don't eat bear. In fact the only country that does is Canada.
I love and miss you both. I have nobody to dance with!