Thursday, February 21, 2013

Day 4 - 5 Neels Gap to Low Gap Shelter

Yesterday I made my way to Neels Gap after getting rain and snow soaked coming out of Woody Gap. I took a zero day at Mountain Crossings Hostel. Pirate and Lumpy the hostel hosts made a great dinner of crackling corn bread and beans!


After a nice pancake breakfast I hit the trail at 0800 hours. The climb out of Neels Gap was tough but the views were awesome. I hiked 11.5 miles to Low Gap Shelter. My feet were very happy when I took my boots off. The shelter is full of thru hikers. A large storm is approaching tonight and tomorrow. In the morning, I will assess the conditions and make a plan where to wait it out.

Yesterday I bought a Jet Boil Stove and replaced my alcohol burner. It was a great decision and will make my cooking skills easier. Tonight I made mashed potatoes and chicken!!!