Piney Ridge / Thornton River, Shenandoah NP

Photos by Michael Juskelis, 2004/03/17.

There had been an ice storm at the higher elevations the night before so we walked about 5 miles through a crystal forest. We got close to a deer (common in SNP). Spooked 2 grouse and about 6 woodcocks (got close enough to one to see its long bill). And to think we almost canceled due to the weather forecast!

Walking in a Crystal Forest.

Betty and Don at our first break .. the PATC Range Cabin

Betty at the top of two 10 ft. waterfalls, a good lunch spot for next time.

New meaning to the phrase "Ford Tough."

Sierra Club Howard County Group: