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A dragon slain by the Last Dragonborn. At the beginning of Skyrim, 7 AM of the 17th of Last Seed 4E 201, the Dragonborn is a prisoner, who had been captured by members of the Imperial Legion. While being transported to the settlement of Helgen, the Dragonborn discovers that Ulfric Stormcloak, the leader of the Stormcloak Rebellion, is a fellow prisoner.
This site was begun in January 2003 on the now defunct biosciences teaching and research server at the (then) University of Paisley. It was transferred to lastdragon.org in 2008, allowing much faster response times, greater capacity and stability for the forseeable future. Ultimate responsibility for content and accuracy of this site is mine, but it would not have been possible without Brian & Sandy Coppins, John Douglass, Pat Wolseley, David Hawksworth and others, who have run courses and meetings, tolerated my beginner's errors, and otherwise helped in my understanding of these fascinating and addictive dual organisms.Recent additions include images from the meeting, Isle of Muck (Inner Hebrides), June 2012.See for additions and important page revisions. on a wet day Notes for this Site.
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Tips for Riding the Dragon’s TailThe best time to ride is April through October, when mountain temperatures are mild. From November to March, it can be snowy. Wear leathers, gloves and a full-face helmet. A long-sleeved shirt and slacks under your leathers will keep you warm at higher elevations. There are fewer riders on the road mid-week.
Weekends between mid-morning and late afternoon are the busiest times.Be alert for wild turkeys, deer and even bears that might be in the road around the next curve. Watch for cars pulling into and out of overlooks and pullouts.Experienced drivers recommend riding the Dragon’s Tail slowly at least once to get the lay of the land before going full-throttle. Other Rides Near the Dragon's TailTwo-lane roads in the Great Smoky and nearby Blue Ridge mountains provide plenty of opportunities for motorcycle enthusiasts to hone their skills. The Cherohala Skyway, one of Discovery’s “Top 10 Motorcycle Rides in North America” twists and turns for 40 miles through the mountains in Tennessee and North Carolina. Unobstructed mountain views from multiple turnouts reward riders.The Blue Ridge Parkway begins in Cherokee, North Carolina. The section from Cherokee to Asheville follows the ridgetops of some of the tallest mountains in the east and slides through 11 tunnels. Note that the National Park Service closes the parkway after significant snowfall or in icy conditions.If you have the time, stay on the parkway to the exit for Mount Mitchell, the tallest peak east of the Rockies.
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If you don’t have the time, get on Interstate 40 east and ride over Old Fort Mountain to the village of Old Fort. There you can take a challenging ride on Curtis Creek Road, a steep road with multiple switchbacks to the parkway.
The last part of the road is unpaved, making it more challenging. Motorcycle-Friendly Places to StayOn the North Carolina end of the Dragon’s Tail, the Iron Horse Motorcycle Lodge & Resort in Stecoah has cabins, rooms in a lodge and a bunkhouse, as well as a campground with tent spaces and slots for toy-hauling RVs. Covered parking is available for your bike, and a community room overlooking Stecoah Creek has a big-screen TV and comfy lounging areas. Make an appointment for an on-site massage after your ride. The resort closes for the winter.The Dragon Pitt Inn & BBQ in Maryville is close to the Tennessee end of the ride, and its room rates drop in the winter. Standard rooms at the rustic inn have satellite TV, and covered bike parking is provided. Keep in mind that the BBQ shack closes in the fall and reopens in the springtime.
About the AuthorNative New Yorker Meg Jernigan stayed in Washington, D.C. After attending the George Washington University, and worked in the tourism industry with the National Park Service for many years. Her interpretations of local and American history helped visitors from around the world see the capitol city in a new light. She has traveled from coast to coast in the United States, and ridden the train from city to city in Europe. Jernigan began writing about travel more than a decade ago, focusing on making travelers feel like locals before they reach their destination.