A couple of weeks ago the Chattanooga Times published a pretty good article about Lee Lewis, a Search and Rescue volunteer in the Smokies.
Lewis discusses some of the physically and emotionally challenging experiences he's encountered over the years, as well as the rewards.
I like the quote at the end of the article: “You don’t want to take on Mother Nature (unprepared),” Lewis warned. “She’ll spank you and send you back home every time.”
He also emphasizes the importance of staying together when families or other groups are hiking in the wilderness.
You can read the full article by clicking here.
Jeff
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