Hiked from Springer to Franklin this past summer and plan on starting where I left off this upcoming summer. Not sure where my end destination would be this year, but at the very least I'd like to get to Fontana. With that being said I need to start making plans and arrangements. I know everyone's hands are tied because this particular section has been closed for the most part, but if any of you have, will, or are planning on scouting out the trail anytime soon once things open up, PLEASE feel free to update us. If any of you live near the higher elevations or The trail itself your Info would be very helpful also. Thanks!