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July 12, 2019

7/12/2019

Good morning,

A heavy cloud cover is lingering over the mountain this morning. Not much of a sunrise to see this morning. The forecast is calling for another rainy day and after 0.8 inches yesterday we could use a dry day. Compared to the valley below seeing temps in the 90s, we are staying cool up here. Yesterday’s high came in at 67 degrees and looking to be the same today. Overnight lows seem to be staying in the low 50s. Be sure to pack that rain gear and expect wet conditions on the trails.

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July 11, 2019

7/11/2019

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Good Morning,

It’s almost the weekend! We’ve enjoyed our week so far with a mixture of much needed rain and sunshine. Temps are continuing to stay in the mid 60s currently but should be rising soon and the sun is shining brightly on us. Over the past 24 hours, we’ve stayed between the mid 60s to high 50s but are expecting another warm up into the afternoon. If you plan on hiking up today, remember to pack that rain gear as most days this time of year, we are predicted to have scattered showers in the late afternoon. Currently the crew are all hanging out outside getting ready to start their work for the day but loving the sunshine as it lasts. Come enjoy it with us!

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July 10, 2019

7/10/2019

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Good Afternoon,

Over the last 24 hours, we’ve received .08 inches of rain and have stayed around 60 degrees depending on cloud cover. Currently at 66 degrees with a light breeze, it’s a nice day to sit outside in a light jacket. We’re enjoying each other and our lovely llama boys today as we remain socked in at the moment. Make sure you stop by to see them on Monday, Wednesday and Fridays each week!!

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July 9, 2019

7/9/2019

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Good Afternoon All,

While currently sitting in clouds, we’ve seen the sun peek through a couple of times making us warm up and cool off quickly. Make sure you purchase a LeConte Hoodie when you get up here!! Overnight, we reached a low of 53 while yesterday our high was 70 degrees. Quite a warm one! Today, we’re currently at 63 degrees with a slight breeze that should continue through the evening. Over the next 24 hours, we are expecting rain this evening that will continue through most of the day tomorrow. Remember to pack that rain gear!

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July 8, 2019

7/8/2019

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Good morning all,

It’s another’s clear beautiful sunrise this morning. As I make breakfast I am graced with a sky full of bright pink and orange colors. Forecast are calling for these clear conditions to remain for majority of the day. Rains not expected till later this evening. With such clear sunshine pouring down on us we are looking to see temperatures in the low 70s. Expect trail conditions to but hot, especially at exposed areas. The valley below is looking to be closer to 90 degrees so be sure to hike with plenty of water.

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July 7, 2019

7/7/2019

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Good afternoon,

We are starting to see some wild flowers bloom here at the lodge. A small patch of purple monks hood can be spotted behind the dining hall porch. It won’t be too much longer and all of camp will be covered in vibrant color. Summer showers are on the forecast for this afternoon. So far today we are staying dry. A slight breeze is rolling through camp pushing the clouds in and out. Brief breaks in the cloud allow for some warm sunshine and spectacular views. It is currently 66 degrees. Last nights low only dropped to 53 degrees.

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July 6, 2019

7/6/2019

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Good morning all,

We were lucky to escape the rains yesterday though heavy clouds lingered for most of the day. It’s getting to be that time of year when forecast are calling for summer showers almost every evening. Be sure to pack that rain gear. Temperatures are staying consistent with highs in the upper 60s and low 70s. Be sure to bring plenty of water as trail conditions will be hot. Our overnight lows are staying in the low 50s.

Crew got to celebrate the 4th with a massive BBQ prepared by cook Emily and crew member Don. Thank you guys so much. The weather on the holiday cleared up just in time for us to see fireworks in the valley below.

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July 4, 2019

7/4/2019

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Happy Fourth!!!

It’s been a beautiful morning to help celebrate the holiday. Clear skies all the way to the valley floor. With this much sunshine temps are on the rise. Currently 68 degrees. The crew has planned a BBQ dinner and games to celebrate the holiday so we are hoping this weather continues. Unfortunately forecast are calling for rains to pick up later this afternoon and continue into the night.
A friendly reminder that fireworks are NOT legal inside the park. If the views stay clear we will be able to see fireworks from below the mountain.

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July 3, 2019

7/3/2019

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Good afternoon,

After a rainy evening yesterday we are happy to be in the sunshine this morning. Enjoying it while we can as forecast are calling for scattered showers for the rest of the day. Looking at weather for tomorrow’s holiday we are expecting the rains to continue but the crew is remaining hopeful that it will change. Yesterday’s high reached a warm 71 degrees and only dropped to 52 degrees. Temperatures today are remaining a bit on the cooler side, currently 64 degrees. For those planning a hike up be sure to pack that rain gear and expect trail conditions to be wet.

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July 2, 2019

7/2/2019

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Good morning all,

Good Morning All,

Great Smoky Mountains National Park officials announced that Trillium Gap Trail will be temporarily closed through Thursday, July 11, due to hazardous trail conditions. The area received heavy rainfall over the last couple of weeks causing extremely slippery, muddy conditions on the trail surface undergoing rehabyilitation.

Our llama friends have been given permission from park service to continue using Trillium Gap Trail in order to get supplies to the lodge. The llama schedule is Monday Wednesday and a mix of Thursday and Friday. It’s that time of year when we start to see summer showers on the radar for most late afternoons. Be sure to pack that rain gear. Temperatures in the valley below may be reaching the 90s but here at 6593 feet we are staying nice and cool. Yesterday’s high came in at 69 degrees. Overnight low only dropped to 51 degrees.