Go an early start today.  

It was a little nippy but warmed up quickly with the 25 pound pack on my back. The first stop was Weatherton Heights with a nice view over the Potomac River.

Stopping at Crampton Gap this afternoon after passing thru Gathland.

AT Thru-Hike StatsSection Day # 1 (3/20/17)
Start – ATC Harpers Ferry (WV) 1023.1
End – Crampton Gap Shelter (MD) 1034.1
Today’s mileage: 11.0 (includes 2 fm yesterday)
Total section miles: 11.0
Total miles on AT: 531.0
Avg daily miles (section 4) – 11.0
The best way out is always through – Robert Frost