View Full Version : Hikers in Damascus
Would like to know how many thru-hikers have already made it to Damascus this season? Seems like the leading edge of the "crowd" is near Hot Springs right now.
Lone Wolf
03-31-2003, 08:40
Around 25 so far.
Jack Tarlin
03-31-2003, 17:26
Didn't see any hikers when I passed thru town a few days ago, but I DID stop in to check out the new facilities at the Old Mill----it's extremely well restored, with very friendly staff. Met the new owner who was very friendly and is looking forward very much to hiker season. I urge all of you guys to check this place out either during your trips, at Trail Days, or both, as the the new management team seem to me to be a vast improvement over the previous folks, and they seem very eager to meet this year's hikers.
I also spent time at Mt. Rogers Outfiters and once again want to urge the Class of 2003 to continue patronizing these folks; there are a bunch of new hiker-related businesses this year, but MRO has been taking good care of thru-hikers for years and years,and absolutely deserves our continued patronage and support.
So much for Damascus report.......off to Springer tomorrow. See you guys somewhere down the line.....
gravityman
03-31-2003, 17:46
When I had a backpack problem Mt. Roger's Outfitters went way our of their way to give me a hand (calling the manufacture, etc). Great people, definitely you should go in there an check out the gear!
Gravity Man
MRO also sells stuff over the phone, and from thier web site.
Last year I wanted just the Trangia burner, and they were the only people who I could find who would sell me one without a stand or a pot. I think it was $12 bucks. The best thing was they sent it immediately and tossed in a bag of candy.
RIck B