Springer Mountain, GA

From Helen:
Mark and I got Jay to the trailhead at Springer Mountain yesterday about 2:00pm, via FS42. (For those who ask the drive can take about 3 1/2 - 4 hours from Knoxville.) Jay couldn't have asked for better weather to start this trek - sunny, cool, a few clouds, slight breeze. His pack weighed in at 28 lbs total, including his two full water bottles. Beautiful start of the trail, beautiful day!

Jay on top of Springer Mountain 4-7-11

AT plaque on Springer Mountain, GA

Registration cache on top of Springer Mountain

Southern Terminus plaque on top of Springer Mountain, GA

Mark and Jay at the parking lot on FS42



First junction of the AT and the Benton MacKaye Trail, traveling north on the AT



On the trail, stepping lightly with a 28 lb. pack and the blessings of family and friends.

We hiked with Jay for the first bit - up to Springer Mountain and back down to the parking lot and then on to the first junction of the Benton MacKaye Trail. We are looking forward to seeing Jay periodically through this trip!