Troop 73 on top of Max Patch, NC - April 9, 2011
Starting at the parking lot along Max Patch Road on Saturday morning, the troop hiked to the summit of this special area landmark and enjoyed lunch, before continuing on to set up camp at Roaring Fork Shelter along the Appalachian Trail. Apologies to Nolan, Andy, Evan, Logan & Mr. Vannice for the blurry-ness of the summit shot – but it really is them!
The troop had a backpack supper of mashed potatoes with cheese and summer sausage that night with some sorta chocolatey Oreo thing in a bag – which some drank like a shake and others shunned. The night had it’s challenges with scattered lightning, thunder and marble sized hail – but nothing more serious than a 45 second downpour.
Assistant Scoutmaster Jay Walton proclaims that while Tyvek is a fine new home construction wrap, it is NOT a suitable material for sleeping UNDER – way too crinkly.
We met many AT thru-hikers and were complimented by a few who said that Troop 73 was extremely considerate – way to go guys!
More pics and stories from this trip, on the way.
