04.24.09
April 24
11mi to Mollies Ridge Shelter
Stayed at the Fontana Dam Hilton shelter with about 30 people. More then I had seen on the trail up to that point. Hometown and I got a good early start. DId I mention that Hometown joined the walk! Great company, good stories, somking bears (and thats when I first noticed the bear) and vending machines.
Walked across the dam and into The Smokies. went from Fontana Dam at 1775′ to Mollies Ridge 4570′ in 11mi.