Eager hikers prepare to depart from Fairview Lake
(Appalachian Trail Backpacking Trip, Summer 2008)

The Koesters scale a rocky cliff -- Smilingly!
(Appalachian Trail Backpacking Trip, Summer 2008)

After a hot morning climb, even dry kibble and shriveled fruit are hungrily devoured!
(Appalachian Trail Backpacking Trip, Summer 2008)

The packs are big, but the vistas are bigger!
(Appalachian Trail Backpacking Trip, Summer 2008)

James & Toli collect needles for their famous pine tea
(Appalachian Trail Backpacking Trip, Summer 2008)

Our newest ASM, Mr. Johnstone, doesn't need even his minimalist tarp shelter to find restoring sleep.
(Appalachian Trail Backpacking Trip, Summer 2008)

"More experienced" ASMs like Mr. Turovlin prefer the hammock for a well-deserved nap.
(Appalachian Trail Backpacking Trip, Summer 2008)

Scouts & adult leaders bask in the pre-dusk sun on Rattlesnake Mountain
(Appalachian Trail Backpacking Trip, Summer 2008)