So, My dad and I used to hike/backpack....then I went off to The Corps... then college..... Then I did some more backpacking.... then I had kids..... Then I kayaked, climbed, trail ran and worked my ass off.
And now I'm back. Things come full circle. I wanted to get my 17 yr old son on a trip and we planned a one for this weekend for him and I and one of his buddies. So I dragged out all my gear and bought a new purifier and toiled over the maps (I love maps).
I chose Grayson Highlands for a trek this weekend for the three of us plus my year old Rhodesian Ridgeback pup .
Well, the weather has turned snotty and I didn't want his first real backpack trip to suk, so I'm postponing.
living just south of Charlotte I thought Grayson would be a good choice due to the variance of topography (balds, outcroppings, orchards, etc). Now that the rain has given me more time to consider things; does anyone have a recommendation of a nice overnighter that will give a few teens an epic trip to get them hooked??
Any help appreciated.
Cheers,
Brad