13 March 2014 – Wow. Spent last night at Muskrat Creek in the tent. I knew it was going to be cold but the sleet, snow, and 50 mph winds were an added bonus. My sleeping bag is rated to 15 degrees – that is a survival temperature, not a comfort temperature. I wore EVERY piece of clothing to bed and made it through the night. Expecting the same cold temps tonight without the precipitation and wind. Hotel and warm bed tomorrow if I can hustle the next 12 miles; something to shoot for.
Current Location: Betty Creek Gap, NC
Miles Hiked: 97.6
Miles Remaining: 2087.7
Tom's 2014 Appalachian Trail Hike 
Wow and you with no fat! I’m glad u survived!
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Holy cow, that does not sound like fun. Glad you made it through the night though.
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Oh good, that sounds aweful!!! Bundled up on the couch in a warm blanket and still shivering just thinking about it! Stay as warm as you can!!!
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