Reflections Of The Smokies
It has been an absolutly beautiful Spring here in the Smokies. The Appalachian Trail is alive with growth and blooms. The Volunteers have been out repairing and improving the trail. This step was installed by Ed Peck with the help of Steve Reagan. It's all thanks to the ATMC Volunteers for the great trails we enjoy here in the Smokies.
Step Installed On The AT by ATMC Volunteers Ed and Steve.
The Witch Hoble has been in full bloom and is fantastic! It's not always easy to keep it out of the trail. The Old Timers said that it grows so thick that it will hobble a Witch. I have never been out hiking with a Witch so I can't really say if that's true. But I do know that the heart shaped leaves and bunches of white blooms are beautiful.
Witch Hobble Blooming In The Smokies
It has been a Spring of Blue Skies. We have had some rain, snow and cool weather this Spring but the clear Smoky Mountain Blue Skies have been fantastic. I hope to see you on the trail soon taking in the beautiful Spring Weather!
Blue Skies On The AT In The Smokies
Comments
Connie Houk
05/18/2011 9:04am
Doug! Love the gray tree agianst the blue sky. It sure makes a nice background picture on my computer here at work. I always take pictures of the dead trees and sky on the Alum Cave trail. Have a great week and while you are on the trail enjoying nature...know that we appreciate you letting us join you through your blog. :)
ken
05/18/2011 4:21pm
Thanks for taking the time to share your journey with us, keep ur the good wor, pictures :)
Pat N.
05/19/2011 12:51pm
Hi Doug,
Finally taking a moment to catch up on your entries. Glad you survived the storms and are enjoying the beauty of spring in the Smokies. As always, I love your pics and reflections. Take Care, Ridge Runner!
FOB
05/31/2011 10:13pm
Hope to See you at National Trails Day this Saturday... Sugarlands Visitor Center.....7:30 AM.
