View Full Version : New years Springer Camp out.
flatfeet
12-17-2012, 18:26
Well,
Those who have camped out on New Years on Springer, what can you tell me
about it?
-Would there be room in the shelter?
-Is there a big turnout?
-Average temperature?
-In general what can I expect?
Thanks much.
kayak karl
12-17-2012, 18:38
was 9 degrees in '08. no room in the inn, 30-40, expect nothing, just enjoy. Happy New Years KK
ATMountainTime
12-17-2012, 20:03
flatfeet, can you send me information on the campout, been looking for something to do that evening
swjohnsey
12-17-2012, 21:39
Sounds like fun.
It's not normally an organized event. Just pilgrims gathering at a place important to their faith. They usually make a campfire and drink adult beverages. Some SOBOs are usually finishing their hikes while some NOBOs are starting theirs. It's usually either very cold or very wet.
One superstition I like is the idea that the way you spend New Years Eve forecasts the way you'll spend the rest of the year. Spending NYE in a tent on the AT is an auspicious omen of hikes to come.
nothing too crazy - tends to be an older crowd, most folks hike in the area for at least a day or 2 - for early starters this is the best chance to run into anyone in the thin ranks
I enjoyed it. Good folks- good fun. Nothin too crazy. Wait, thats not right. Still a night I was happy to be a part of.
if there was ever a time to bring a tent and forget the shelter, this would be it. Plan on cold, but there are other things to to keep ya warm...Beats another night in a bar.
nothing too crazy -
Sorry to steal you qoute George, but yeah
The Solemates
12-18-2012, 13:14
we seem to miss it every year and opt for somewhere else....but alas this year we'll be about 400 miles north of you guys at the humps...
have fun!
SawnieRobertson
12-18-2012, 13:20
One superstition I like is the idea that the way you spend New Years Eve forecasts the way you'll spend the rest of the year. Spending NYE in a tent on the AT is an auspicious omen of hikes to come.[/QUOTE]
That was a wonderful post, Marta. I hope that you and your family have a great time over the holidays. You are missed
over here.
Lone Wolf
12-18-2012, 13:21
in 05 it was a low of 40deg. that night, in the 60s new years day. nobody stayed up til midnite
Altarboy
12-22-2012, 11:59
Awesome. Wish I could be there.
Sidewinder
12-22-2012, 15:54
in 05 it was a low of 40deg. that night, in the 60s new years day. nobody stayed up til midnite
last year it was in the low to mid 40's on NYE, light rain on NYD morning