US East Running the Trans America Trail (TAT) from WV to the OR coast

[No_Pavement_Pls]

Well we are definitely confirmed, en route today, looking forward to meeting everyone soon!

 

[Triple B]

I have arrived alive to Ripley. See ya in the a.m

 

[bcmedicxj]

Murphy's Law has struck. The person we had scheduled for the house/pet sitter was a no-show this morning. Working on a Plan B. Hope to leave out Monday and try to catch up to the group on the trail somewhere in VA. I realize cell / internet service will be sketchy, but hopefully you guys can post updates on current location and plans for the next camp site.

 

[NØMAD]

Hi Folks...here's the pre-departure pic. Arrived just south of Parkersburg, WV. I'll be at the rally point in the morning by 0800.
Quick question: do we have pre-selected GMRS channels and are we using PL/privacy codes? I might need to do a quick update to my radio if we are using PL codes. See you soon.

 

[dennisblass]

Fair winds and God's speed. I hope someone will provide progress reports for those of us that cannot make the trip (this time).

 

[Neal A. Tew]

Here's another interesting attraction that is just off the CO route by a couple miles:

Bishop Castle - Adventure To New Heights | Official Website

See the inspiring castle built entirely by one man. Built stone by stone, this three-story castle, includes towers, grand ballroom, fire-breathing dragon, and bridges featuring unforgettable views.

www.bishopcastle.org

 

[Darunner]

Truck is fixed and I am on the road

This is my Garmin tracker

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[DevilDodge]

Hope the team is safely on your way with as many of the crew as possible. Anxious for an update. Good luck safe travels

 

[armyRN]

Left Ripley this morning just after 0900. Let the adventure begin! Winding roads, water crossings... and we only missed a few turns (I guess by "we" we mean "me" since I was out front leading). Got into a wonderful campground near Sutton, WV around 1700.

 

[CountryRoads4x4]

Great first day on the TAT

 

[No_Pavement_Pls]

Great day on the trail yesterday, crossed one low water bridge, ran across several wash outs from a big storm last night. Made it to Sutton WV, great primitive site for the entire group!

 

[bcmedicxj]

We hope to bug out early Monday and catch you guys. I've been following Jehad's gps ( thankyou for posting that) to hopefully figure out where to catch you. I'm planning on McDowell, VA for the rally point depending on where you guys stay the night. Also, what GMRS channel are you guys using?

 

[No_Pavement_Pls]

We hope to bug out early Monday and catch you guys. I've been following Jehad's gps ( thankyou for posting that) to hopefully figure out where to catch you. I'm planning on McDowell, VA for the rally point depending on where you guys stay the night. Also, what GMRS channel are you guys using?

We're on channel 15, alternate 16

 

[Neal A. Tew]

I hope this was a GPS glitch and @Darunner wasn't really up running around all night:

 

[Neal A. Tew]

We hope to bug out early Monday and catch you guys. I've been following Jehad's gps ( thankyou for posting that) to hopefully figure out where to catch you. I'm planning on McDowell, VA for the rally point depending on where you guys stay the night. Also, what GMRS channel are you guys using?

There's also this tracker:

Garmin Explore™

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[bcmedicxj]

You guys are making good time. I think my new rally point is the community of Burnsville at the intersection of 609 and 614.

 

[No_Pavement_Pls]

You guys are making good time. I think my new rally point is the community of Burnsville at the intersection of 609 and 614.

 

[No_Pavement_Pls]

Copy that, just left Monterey.

 

[Neal A. Tew]

Tincup Pass:

 

[M Rose]

Here's another interesting attraction that is just off the CO route by a couple miles:

Bishop Castle - Adventure To New Heights | Official Website

See the inspiring castle built entirely by one man. Built stone by stone, this three-story castle, includes towers, grand ballroom, fire-breathing dragon, and bridges featuring unforgettable views.

www.bishopcastle.org

I love BC… I have been there a few times and definitely worth it if time permits.