I am taking my 2 teenage sons on this section next weekend and was wondering mainly about water sources. We are section hikers originally planning on continuing our NOBO efforts from Fontana to Gatlinburg but are postponing for obvious reasons. Our first AT hike was from Mt. Rogers to Damascus, and we really enjoyed it (kids were 9 & 11!), so we chose this section as a backup. This section also looks relatively easy compared with anything we have encountered so far. Any info would be greatly appreciated, water sources, weather, trail conditions, open carry laws, cool points of interest, anything! We only get out twice a year, and the time with my kids on our walk to Maine is one of the very best parts of my life. We are really excited to get out of the city and take a break from this crazy world for a bit. The last thing I want is to get out there and be surprised by dry water sources or any other pitfalls. Thanks in advance for any info, input or advice! Peace