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February 05th, 2018

2/5/2018

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Good Morning,                                                      2:00PM

It’s currently 30 degrees - sunny and above the clouds. Yesterday’s high was 31 degrees, with an overnight low of 11. We received .72” inches of precipitation - giving the snow a solid outer shell.

US Hwy 441/ Newfound Gap Rd from Gatlinburg TN to Cherokee NC is temporarily closed due to snow and ice.

Cherokee Orchard Road with access to the Rainbow Falls Trailhead is also closed due to snow and ice. Follow the link below for updates on road closures.

https://goo.gl/HikrMr

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My alarm rang. Looking out my window, I noticed that Le Conte was still nestled in a cloud. Geared up, I made my way outside to begin the morning duties. Yesterday’s snow was coated in a stiff shell of sleet. I crunched toward the kitchen to call in the weather and brew up something warm. Walking back outside to check the weather station, I noticed the southern sky showcasing hints of blue. Excited, I found a new pep in my step. Minutes later, I crunched happily toward the clearing sky.

Looking up, I was convinced it was the bluest sky I had ever seen. Granted, my opinion was biased after a long day of living in the clouds. Clingmans Dome began peering out from the inversion below. Soaking in as much sun as I could, I sauntered toward Myrtle Point...

The moon watched me as I went.

Onward,
Seth

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“I like to think that the moon is there even if I am not looking at it.”   - Albert Einstein
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Tom Clemmons
2/5/2018 02:12:53 pm

Good update Seth. Know what I liked about this one? You gave a bit of insight on your daily duties and routines (e.g. calling in the weather report). I often wonder about details like that. Keep'em coming! Thanks!

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Lila Padgett
2/5/2018 02:33:19 pm

Can you tell us more about what your duties are around the lodge this winter? Just curious. Do you cook or eat mostly prepared foods?
How many folks make the trip up there in winter just to look around? I cannot imagine trying the Alum Cave trail in winter conditions.
Thanks. Enjoy your daily posts and especially your pictures.

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barrie b
2/5/2018 03:46:35 pm

I was relieved to read your post yesterday, that you carry a radio with you when you head out on the trails. I always worry what would happen if you were to have an accident out there all alone. Take care and keep up the good work.

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Eddie Caheely
2/5/2018 08:08:09 pm

The picture of Pigeon Forge brought back memories. Several years ago I was at one of the cabins looking down at Pigeon Forge where all those people were stuck in a traffic jam or waiting an hour for dinner at a restaurant. And I just thought if they only knew what they were missing.

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Brenda/ Yaya
2/5/2018 09:08:53 pm

Awesome report,and love the frosted cabin, tree and moon- haha.
Afraid some nasty weather headed your way in a couple days- hope you soaked up plenty of those warm rays. Have you seen Mr Coyote or his tracks lately.
Smiles

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