On Monday, June 6th Red Bull reported in that on Sunday, June 5th he hiked to the Iron Mountain Shelter, mile 442.7 on the A.T. (hiked 14 miles that day). He told us it had been a rainy day and night.
He had hiked though the Watuaga Dam area, which contained bear warnings.
From the Appalachian Trail Conservancy:
TENNESSEE
Watuaga Dam - Bears Active in Area
(5/17/16) Hikers should use caution near Watauga Dam as bears are active in this area; hikers should be alert for and keep a respectful distance from bear(s) with cubs. |
| photo from TVA - Tennessee Valley Authority site Watuaga Dam |
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