My nicest day of the winter... ?

11/19/2011

Chrissy at Cliff Tops.

Hello everyone,

We had a high of 44 yesterday. It felt even warmer with the radiant sun. The overnight low was 22 and it was 29 degrees and clear this morning at weather observation. There is still an inch of snow on the ground. We heard a few folks talking about icy sections on the trails, so be sure to take your time on the way up.

Yesterday Chrissy & I had an afternoon of exploring. We measured the levels in the water tank, then hiked out to Myrtle Point. After that, we went to Cliff Tops. Then we went down to the Trillium Gap trail to check out the ice walls. I'm really enjoying getting to know my new backyard. There's something new to see every day.

I am looking forward to Poker Night!

Safe hiking!

For a brief moment, the highest points east of the Mississippi read like this. 1. Mt. Mitchell 2. Clingman's Dome 3. Mount Guyot 4. JP

Tony Ga

11/19/2011 12:12:43 am

JP, looks and sounds like you are going to be really good at this. Thanks!

Paul B

11/19/2011 12:17:23 am

Chrissy, don't jump! I'm sure they will let you come back next year!

Linda Murphy

11/19/2011 12:19:42 am

Already enjoying your posts JP. Looking forward to a wonderful winter thru your eyes.

chris

11/19/2011 01:16:12 am

JP, What is the camera your've been/will be using this winter?

James W

11/19/2011 01:17:34 am

Thanks for the info and pics!! and one more pile to the rock!! I left one on Halloween eve!! Hope to meet you this winter! good job JP!! Dont forget to place an order for Franks ot sauce for next spring!

Carol G

11/19/2011 04:35:33 am

I am finding myself already looking forward to your posts and pics. But I have to admit that I just can't imagine being up there all winter by yourself. I am hoping that some day hikers can get up there often for you to have some human contacts from time to time. My husband and I have so many questions though...mostly that being how do you have provisions to survive the winter up there. From what we understand, the Llama train will stop coming up there now for the winter? We would just love some answers on how you will survive. Many blessings to you JP as you embark on this adventure.

Renee Ryan

11/19/2011 07:18:49 am

Welcome JP!! It is so nice to meet the guy who's going to be keeping us in touch with the lodge this winter:) I like to daydream about being the winter caretaker even though I would probably get lonely up there all by myself.It would certainly be an adventure that's for sure.I look forward to reading your daily posts and seeing your winter photos..take care of yourself up there.

DannyH

11/19/2011 12:21:35 pm

Welcome JP. Looking forward to snow totals on Leconte winter 11/12. Hope to see Allyson, Meredith and crew next spring. Good luck with your marathon training, Allyson

Redrew be link

11/19/2011 12:24:38 pm

Ditto on the Carol G questions. In addition, how did you land such a position for the winter? I would think that it would be very difficult to acquire.

Karen

11/19/2011 05:27:51 pm

JP- I am already LOVIN' your pictures from the top!

Claudette

11/19/2011 11:54:53 pm

I read this blog every day, and I am already enjoying your post! Did my first hike to the Lodge on Oct. 28th, and loved every minute of it. Looking forward to returning next spring. Until then I will enjoy it through you. Thanks!

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