First I would like to say hello to everyone as this is my first post here. I am taking my 13 year old son and my wife hiking and plan on going from Springer Mountain to Neels Gap, spreading it out over 6 days. I plan on going about 6 miles or so a day and taking my time. Want to spend some quality time with my wife and son and not push it so hard that they are trashed at the end of each day. I have planned out food and the majority of the logistics of the trip, Shuttle, place to stay the night before, and equipment, thanks to a lot of asking and reading as I have no desire to mimic my Army days with my wife and son in tow.
Any pointers are welcome as this will be their first hike of any kind and my first one as a civilian(although I have been out for many years). I want this to be something I can share with them for many years to come so I am trying to make it a good time for them both. Thanks in advance for any pointers.