Uwharrie Hiking Camping trip

Well I made it from UST001 to UST005 with a 42lb. pack, right knee giving out, and blisters on both feet. Several lessons learned here, pack had way to much weight, and I should of had hiking poles. My son and I did camp out at UST004 marker, with the overnight low around 33 degrees. He had a 0 degree bag, and I had a 20 degree bag. Cold was not a problem. Next time I will lighten the load of the pack, 42lbs. was way to much. We did not eat as much as I thought he would, so way to much food was packed. We had air mattresses which I would do again, just maybe a lighter version. The elevations can be challenging with a pack that size. Just remember if you didn't use it on the first trip, don't pack it on the second one. I will do it again.

Update, I bought a ATV instead. Can carry more stuff.