A couple of weeks ago, several of us drove back to Neels Gap. The snow (at the time) was almost gone, but the cold weather had not changed. Hikers who were traveling through on the Appalachian Trail had stopped at the Mountain Crossings store at the Walasi-Yi to buy gear. The wind was blowing and I was grateful to be inside in the warmth for a few minutes. The day was winding down and everything at the gap was washed in a marvelous sunset glow.

When you see this sign, you know you are standing in a very adventurous place.Â