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The number of hawk watchers at Harvey's Knob had decreased slightly as we headed back south along the Appalachian Trail.

They’re Turkey Vultures, Kurt.

Appalachian Trail from Black Horse Gap along the Blue Ridge Parkway north through Harvey's Knob Overlook and about a half mile beyond, and back. 6 miles.
Gail and Beth on a beautiful breezy day on Tinker Cliffs.

A Breezy Day on Tinker Cliffs

Andy Lane Trail to Appalachian Trail to Tinker Cliffs and back. 7.8 miles.
The Greatest Day Hiker Of Them All, no doubt hoping the pretty yellow mushrooms draw attention from her wind-blown hair.

Back in the Mountains, Up to Apple Orchard Falls

Apple Orchard Trail, Appalachian Trail to and from Black Rocks, Cornelius Creek Trail. 8.6 miles.
Cloudless sulphur butterflies head north just above the dune line at Carolina Beach.

Seeking Seashells and Sunrises

Southern North Carolina Coast beach walks. About 12 miles total.
The Greatest Day Hiker Of Them All with black dog and orange mushrooms, and taking a respite from chigger dismay.

Oh To Live On… Chigger Mountain

Va. 614 from Appalachian Trail crossing to Little Cove Mountain Trail to AT back to 614 at Jennings Creek. 7.8 miles. (Our total for the day was about 9.3, given a foolish 1.5-mile detour.)
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