Attack of the Killer Gnats!

Friday, August 13, 2010 - After a very nice breakfast at the Hike Inn, I said my good-byes, loaded up my pack and headed off towards Springer Mountain.  I was well prepared for my 4 mile hike up to the summit but I was not prepared for the attack of the killer gnats.  Those tiny, nearly invisible pests buzzed my head and ears for the entire hike.  I was even forced to get a little creative with my insect repellent wipes.


I know I looked like a complete moron with the wipes hanging off of my ears but desperate times call for desperate measures.  Besides, who do I have to impress out here in the middle of the woods (besides those sexy looking squirrels I saw a few miles back).  My mind was already playing tricks on me as you can tell.

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