There is a Red Bull in the Hot Springs!

   Red Bull and his hiking buddies made it to Hot Springs, N.C. today, mile 273.7 (hiked 18 miles today)!  I think that is the farthest he has gone while on the Appalachian Trail!  Way to go!

   He texted me that he was:"staying at the hairsprings resort, splitting it with 8 people."
   Hairsprings... splitting?!  Sounds like a trip to the salon!

   Yes, he is tired again, I did not have the heart to correct him...  Hot Springs, N.C..

   He said his hiking pals are taking a zero day tomorrow, but he is uncertain he will.  They have not taken a zero day in over a week.
   I told him tomorrow would be two weeks back on the trail, and he can remove his brace.  I offered to bring his hiking pole to him tomorrow if he takes a zero day (he is 7 hours away by car)..  He told me not to come tomorrow, and that he will let me know when and where to meet him later.  (We have planned to check in with Red Bull every two weeks to visually see he is well, and to resupply him as needed).

Excerpt from the Hot Springs Resort and Spa site:
   Come to where Mother Nature waved her magical wand and created one of the most natural of all wonders, Natural Hot Mineral Waters. Heated deep within the earth, these crystal clear carbonated waters are world famous for their mineral content and legendary healing powers. We pipe these waters to modern outdoor Jacuzzi type hot tubs that are drained and sanitized after each use.

Hot Springs, located in the mountains of Western North Carolina, and cuddled along the banks of Spring Creek and the French Broad River, is a town rich in history and beaming with natural charm, this town serves as an intersection along the historic Appalachian Trail and is part of the Southern Appalachian Mountains.

The heart of Hot Springs, North Carolina, is our 100 acre Resort & Spa. We feature modern Jacuzzi style hot tubs, positioned outside along the tranquil banks of Spring Creek and the French Broad River; our tubs are supplied with a continuous flow of World Famous Natural Hot Mineral Water. 

Located across the road from the Mineral Baths is the Hot Springs Campground. Here you can find peace of mind with ease and comfort. We feature eight primitive camping cabins, over a hundred tent sites (primitive, group & sites with partial hook up). On site comfort station features hot showers (seasonal) and clean bathrooms. Whether you’re coming off a long hike on the Appalachian Trail or just passing through, you don’t want to miss the charm and beauty of the Hot Springs Resort & Spa.