May 12th: Forest Service has reported that there have been a number of vehicle vandalisms along US-421 at least from South Holston Lake to AT trailhead.  A personal vehicle at trailhead recently had a window broken out.  Recommendation is to not leave any vehicles here until this issue is resolved by local law enforcement.

May 24th: Hikers on Roan Mountain reported that a thief broke into their car by smashing a window and prying open the glove compartment.  The thief stole purses, wallets, a cell phone and other items stored in the glove compartment when they parked their vehicle at Carvers Gap on Tenn. Highway 143.

In time for the ATC Biennial meeting, the steering committee would like to offer a t-shirt featuring the club’s patch.  These are performance style t-shirts constructed of a polyester/spandex blend to have soft feel, but wicking - suitable for hiking and paddling!  We’re working with the Eastman Gift Shop for this opportunity.

Available choices for the shirt are style (straight neck – men’s, v-neck – women’s), size (S, M, L, XL, XXL), and color (Green, True Navy, Heather Gray, Dark Denim, or Maroon).  An order form is available (link) which also covers name, address, and a contact method.  Payment ($20/shirt) is needed with each order.  Deadline is the end of May.  The shirts should be available in late June, thus plan to distribute through regular club work (such as Tuesday maintainers or plant mail).