Wisdom crieth in the streets and no man regardeth her; yet she teacheth temperance and forethought, justice and fortitude; than which men can have in their life nothing more profitable.
Morning! It's been a glorious 24 hours on top. The high was a balmy 16 degrees. The low was -4 degrees. It was -4 and clear at observation. The mountain received 7 additional inches of snow yesterday, bringing our grand total to 8". It looks like there are some knee deep drifts, so be cautious on the trails. DO NOT HIKE UP UNLESS YOU HAVE GAITERS!!! AND DO NOT EVEN THINK ABOUT BLUE JEANS!!! Unless, of course, you want to lose some toes. Then you can wear blue jeans. It looks like 441 is still closed. Keep an eye on the Park Service's twitter feed for the latest updates. Remember, don't try to be a hero! This summit will continue to be here for some time. You will not if you exercise poor judgement. 
Top photo: The shelter in some wintry weather. Above: Elizabeth & Kathryn on Cliff Tops.
High point!!!
Sandra
2/12/2012 01:32:05 am
So glad you finally got that snow you've been waiting for! Great photos! Maybe now you can actually feel like the WINTER caretaker. Enjoy!!
Wayne
2/13/2012 11:01:08 pm
God's beauty sure has a way with Nature and LeConte. Keep the pics coming!!
Pat N.
2/12/2012 01:45:37 am
Ahhhhhh, finally snow and more snow making you"officially" the Winter Caretaker! Great pics and loved the Channel 10 video.
William
2/12/2012 02:32:38 am
I think it was Kathryn I passed by at Leconte yesterday. You are right about the gaiters. A traction device helped me out yesterday, too. Stay warm and enjoy the snow!
Bill Yeadon
2/12/2012 02:34:27 am
As much as i love LeConte I don't think I want to spend the night in the shelter at -4.
Ron
2/12/2012 06:17:40 am
Hey JP I saw your response...no prob...what veggies and types of crackers and cheese? See ya next Monday
JP
2/12/2012 09:30:55 am
Ron, Comments are closed.
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