1995 & 1996

Summer 1995, Rusty & Jeff packed in from Massie Gap to Rhododendron Gap.

    
                  Jeff with Mt. Rogers in the background.                                               Rusty compares equipment notes with "Llama Lloyd".

    
Campsite above Rhododendron Gap on third peak of Wilburn Ridge.


Summer 1996, solo backpacking trip from Damascus to Old Orchard via Appalachian Trail, 3 days & 3 nights.

   
The Pleasure Dome pitched on the second peak of Wilburn Ridge, 5,570'.


Thomas Knob shelter.

     
Mike met me at Old Orchard my last night, and packed in burritos, beer and cigars!

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