I got the chance to take my sons' troop down to the gorge. I have been slowly getting back to backpacking thanks to the hammock and you forum members. This was the crew's first time backpacking. A number of scouts have been seeing my setup and started to get their own too.
We did a 10 mile loop (6.5 first day 3.5 second) around Gray's Arch (the boys ran ahead and missed it) to the Koomer Ridge and back on Buck trail. It was just the right amount of toughness for them with switchback that provided great views as rewards
One adventure on one of our nights. My son was setting up his hammock and saw his sack rustle with the wind. When he picked it up, he thought he had left something there. After reaching in, he realized it was a snake. Then looking in he said, "Hey guys, there's a venomous snake in my sack"
We let the copperhead loose very far away from our camp and trail. God was really looking out for us. It was one of the best weekends I've spent with my son. Thanks for helping.
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