Enjoy the Little Things in Life

3/23/2011

Sometimes you just have to stop and smell the roses, or in the case check out the sunset. The crew took a brief moment from their cleaning to enjoy the amazing sunset we had. I felt like as though I was wearing rose colored glasses.

I thought you would enjoy seeing what a real mountain man does in his spare time. Meet Gomer. He is on of the men helping work on the new septic system.

Tony GA

3/23/2011 01:02:46 am

Incredible picture.

Wayne

3/23/2011 01:18:54 am

Good morning! I am running up to Le Conte on Saturday morning from Gatlinburg. I will head out of Gatlinburg on the Twin Creeks Trail next to Cherokee Orchard Road. After that, what trail would be the best to ascend and descend on the summit?
Thanks!

High On LeConte

3/23/2011 01:31:41 am

Hi Wayne,
I would ascend Rainbow Falls and descend Bullhead. Rainbow is pretty rocky and not a great trail to hike down. Have fun and see you up top.

3/23/2011 01:40:22 am

Awesome pic!!!! Thank you!!

Pat N.

3/23/2011 01:43:35 am

Absolutely gorgeous...wish I could have seen that sunset. So glad the hardworking crew was able to bask in rose color. Yea, Gomer!!!

Tim @ Appalachia & Beyond link

3/23/2011 02:58:32 am

Wow, the sunset is absolutely beautiful. Thanks for sharing. We were in Greenbrier over the weekend and the bloodroot is blooming. The trillium isn't far behind.

Don

3/23/2011 03:45:57 am

I do hope to one day become skilled enough in photography that I can capture a photo as incredible as those on this website.

James

3/23/2011 04:21:25 am

Don, I'm sure you have the skills to take pictures of elderly men playing w/hula-hoops! :-)

Ronald

3/23/2011 04:35:26 am

Tell Gomer to say "Hey" to Goober.

Greta

3/23/2011 05:01:36 am

Does it rain in the Smokies?

Driving down from Cleveland tomorrow and hiking LeConte on Saturday. The forecast looks like it may rain :(
Does it rain very much in the Smokies?
If so, I don't have a rain jacket, what type should I buy?

Thanks!

Mike

3/23/2011 05:19:39 am

Greta get a cheap poncho at Wally World. Only $6.99.

HOOFIE

3/23/2011 05:33:15 am

What exactly do you guys do with the trash that is generated? does it go back on the llamas? just curious.

Harold

3/23/2011 05:40:39 am

@ Greta---- It does rain in the Smokies. If you do much hiking at all buy a good rain jacket from an outfitter or outdoor mail order (although it's a bit late for this weekend).

Will

3/23/2011 06:03:56 am

If you are buying a rain jacket for hiking you should consider many factors.
First, you will be sweating while you hike, so find a jacket made of breathable material: i.e. Gore-Tex or some such other membrane. The purpose of this fabric is to allow vapor fromperspiration to escape through porous openings while not allowing water molecules to penetrate the barrier. In essence, vapor escapes and keeps you cooler, and rain drops bead on the outside of your jacket. Whatever you do, do not buy a non-breathable fabric jacket.

Donna

3/23/2011 06:26:08 am

GORGEOUS SUNSET!

sandee link

3/23/2011 09:57:09 am

Loved the sunset picture....and my guess is yes, real men do hula hoop! lol

KrisMoose

3/23/2011 09:59:19 am

@Greta,
Yes, it absolutely rains here in the Smokies. The park is considered a "temperate" rain forest and the abundance of moisture contributes to the abundance and variety of life in the area. As was previously stated, if you plan on doing much hiking, invest in a good breathable rain jacket but in a pinch, a poncho will do a good job....but you will sweat! Good luck and happy hiking.

Steve

3/23/2011 10:15:27 am

Hiked up yesterday, it was great. The people you meet while hiking are the greatest. Hiked up with a local guy, Rick Adams,he was the best tour guide you could ask for. Thanks again for the young ladies who helped me with my knee. Made it down with no problam.

kelly

3/23/2011 11:37:02 am

@hoofie - check out the llama train video on youtube, it's a short docu on the llama train as they travel the Trillium Gap Trail to the lodge. The pack up food and linens up and back 3 times a week during season. They pack trash back down with them.

That is a gorgeous sunset! Go Gomer!

Marilyn

3/23/2011 12:59:41 pm

Absolutely awesome sunset! Must have left everyone up there who viewed it breathless.

Barbara

3/23/2011 02:02:46 pm

Sunset - mt. Leconte- Beautiful!,!!!
Hope to be up there soon!

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