4/06

Officially in my first National Park

As usual, leaving the hotel was very difficult. We had a very slow start this morning and were tempted to stay another night. Would enjoyed another burger and rum and coke.

We had a nice walk for a mile or so before we hit the Fontana Dam. 

Elevation was really tough today. Enjoyed a quick view at the Shuckstack fire tower in the Smokies. 

It's hard to see in the pictures, but at the white dots are little flowers which was pretty cool. Our whole campsite is surrounded by them. 

Met Whispering Moose and had a nice relaxing dinner party. Had some delicious Teriyaki Chicken and Rice. 

Hoping the rain won't be too bad tomorrow 

See ya 😉



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