Valentines day Backpack! (pic heavy)

[Joezilla]

For Valentines Day, I suggested to my wonderful significant (and patient) other to go backpacking, and so forth we went! We hit up one of my favorite spots in NC, Linville Gorge, for a weekend of relaxation and breathtaking views. It was truly a great weekend to appreciate each other and some of Nature’s finest. Here are some pictures of what followed.

This trip was by no means ultra light, I brought enough fluids to power a camel. Another note to make fellow forumites, Kroger does not sell cheap boxed wine. I’m always toting about taking wine bladders on backpacking trips (Ok, I’ve only done that once), well this is the first trip that I’ve actually packed in a bottle and packed the trash out. I had originally planned to take one of those 3 liter bladders, but Kroger was charging an arm and a leg for ‘em. Uncle Ben’s Mexican Rice was a sure hit though, mixing it with a little cheese and tortillas made for a great winter snack. Additionally, trail bologna, beef jerky, and Scooby fruit snacks were also enjoyed on the trip. In normal Joe picture spamming manner:

Car camping as we came in late Friday night.

To the trail..after poptarts…nom nom nom

 

[Joezilla]

One of the awesome campsites on the way there

 

[Joezilla]

But our campsite is far off the trail, tucked away

The view was worth the wind up top.

cutting broomsedge to make….

a broom!

 

[Joezilla]

God Bless Mexican Rice

Oh my gosh Joe used a stove! Shhhh

Ash Kochanski

 

[Joezilla]

Some people argue over axes and machetes. I just brought and used both. Weight didn’t really matter after the whole tent in my bag and wine bottle

Enjoying hot chocolate

Ashley’s important Woods things

TOPS Pasayatan, review to follow!

Yet another awesome camp site. With the numerous campsites in the area, I think this calls for a get together.

 

[James_Terrio]

Looks like a great time! My ex and I used to camp all the time... the woman I'm dating now is more of a bed-and-breakfast kinda gal *sigh*

 

[sasha]

Man oh Man you are one of the most lucky guys out there.. When a woman says yes to backpacking on Valentine days she is a keeper.... Does she has a sister???? Who wants to move to Sunny CA???

Sasha

 

[myright]

Joe - it looks like a great time. That's a very pretty lady you've got there, you are a lucky man.

Thanks for sharing the pics.

 

[sasha]

If i die that last camp site you posted would be my in haven.... As perfect camp site as you can find.... Those are great pics you got there.

 

[PrimitiveMan]

She is a cutie and you look happy.

I love Pisgah. My Mother grew up in Western NC and I lived there for 2 years. It doesn't get any better

 

[stingray4540]

Man, what better way to spend valentines day?! Beautiful area, I'm so jealous!

P.S. You can post pics of your girlfriend/wife anytime, especially if she's wearing that Mora...

 

[Joezilla]

I'll tell her you said that! She'll be flattered. A great way to spend valentines day, but I miss chocolates.

Thanks for all the kind words everyone!

 

[DOC-CANADA]

Great pictures, Joe. Thanks for sharing.

Doc

 

[Tim the Slugman]

Way to go Joe !!!

 

[Brian Andrews]

Looks like a fun trip Joe!

B

 

[pitdog]

Great lookin hike and a great lookin gal, you must be a happy guy !!!!

Did ya mention what knife you took ?

 

[RescueRiley]

Joe, Great pics... Pretty country, Pretty lady, 1 lucky dude, glad you had a good time bro..Looks like fun was had by all.

 

[mtnfolk mike]

awesome pics Joe...:thumbup: that is a gorgeous area...what a great way to spend your Valentines day, with your lovely lady.... we went fishing and out to dinner....

 

[Hawkings]

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We really need more close up pics of ...uhmmm this knife :thumbup:

 

[lambertiana]

Nice trip. And no wonder she's smiling - she was only carrying half of what you were. I guess she's not a big follower of women's lib.