Post by VFR on Mar 8, 2023 15:29:55 GMT -5
Hungry Fish at Hungry Mother Lake
by Matt Reilly
Prior to America winning its independence, Native Americans raided a settlement in what is today southwest Virginia’s Smyth County. A mother, Molly Marley, and her small child were captured and transported to a Native camp. One day, the two escaped captivity and fled into the surrounding mountains unequipped for survival, foraging for food and searching for help and safety. After several days in the bush, Molly succumbed to starvation. Her child continued along, stumbling along a creekbottom until help was found, exhausted, and with only the strength to utter the words “hungry mother.” Molly was found dead shortly after at the foot of the mountain—or so the legend goes. Read more.....
by Matt Reilly
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Hungry Mother Lake, a 108-acre impoundment full of opportunities for exploring the wild.
Hungry Mother Lake, a 108-acre impoundment full of opportunities for exploring the wild.
Prior to America winning its independence, Native Americans raided a settlement in what is today southwest Virginia’s Smyth County. A mother, Molly Marley, and her small child were captured and transported to a Native camp. One day, the two escaped captivity and fled into the surrounding mountains unequipped for survival, foraging for food and searching for help and safety. After several days in the bush, Molly succumbed to starvation. Her child continued along, stumbling along a creekbottom until help was found, exhausted, and with only the strength to utter the words “hungry mother.” Molly was found dead shortly after at the foot of the mountain—or so the legend goes. Read more.....