Unfortunately it rained about half the trip, but we were prepared! The best part of the trip was when David looked at me and told me that the 10x10 pop up tent that we bought when we were in NC (and it was raining) was a good investment! It helped provide shelter from the rain during the times it was pouring.
On Friday, July 4th we hiked to the top of Mt. Rogers. It was quite a long hike--8 miles. Actually it was the longest hike i've been on. But, we (including Rudie) made it! Grayson Highlands is known for their wild pony population. We we fortunate enough to run into a few ponies on the trail, including some baby ponies.
The trail was definitely the rockiest trail i've been on (or at least the first and last 2 miles), but gave us some amazing views. The top of Mt. Rogers wasn't "impressive" (as one hiker said) as the peak was in the middle of a dense forest.
It took about 6 1/2 hours to do the hike, but we had a blast! Afterwards we headed back to the campsite and made grilled pizza.
On Saturday we did a short 2 mile hike to an overlook. Afterwards we headed down to Galax, VA and did some shopping downtown. Saturday night the park offered a small concert, which we attended. Overall we had a blast! The mountains of VA are beautiful (even in the rain)!
3 comments:
You guys are so inspiring with all the traveling you do. This sounds like it was a fun, neat little trip. And those wild ponies are so cool!!It was great seeing you last night at church... it's been too long. :) See you next week!!
I second Nicole...you guys are so cool! You take the most interesting trips.
Can't wait to start group again! See you Friday!
rebekah your post to me was halarious!!! I was cracking up all to myself!! and you guys have to go there soon its fun and affordable. Also, I need to send Darrell on a camping trip with David hes a camping freak and me not so much!!
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