by Yichus » Mon Dec 04, 2006 9:35 am
Hi, John:
I felt the same way -- stashing gear in plain sight is really odd.
We--Cy and I--noticed a discarded can of Dr. Pepper next to the tent and backpack. I don't know of any regular Skyline hikers, or any other hikers for that matter, who would bring such a drink with them on the trail, let alone a cigarette.
We also found, and picked up, an old work glove, the kind you can by at Home Depot. And, call me crazy, but I noticed strange markings carved into the dirt on several sections of the trail, as well as a heart made of rocks on, yes, a rock.
I don't want to come across as an alarmist, but perhaps the ladies who hike Skyline frequently should be extra vigilant when hiking alone.