In mid-January, we had a stretch of wet, windy and warm weather. In the past week, the temperatures have ranged from highs in the sixties to lows in the teens. Yes, the weather can change rapidly here, but it has been a bit more extreme than usual. Our destination was Read more…
The first weekend of January brought cold temperatures, along with rain or snow, depending on the elevation. Our destination was towards the Spring Mountain Shelter, starting at Allen Gap on the Appalachian Trail. Due to my foot injury, I was alternately frustrated and positive about my ability- and limitations- to Read more…
There is no doubt that the plant kingdom has fine-tuned the intricacy of seasonal change that belies the stark landscape of winter. Hiking in winter feels hushed and peaceful, as though everything around you is in deep slumber. Even before the winter solstice arrived, we had already hiked twice in Read more…