At 12:11 AM UTC on February 21, 2025, Daniel Brock finds himself gliding through the serene landscape of western North Carolina, cruising at a brisk speed of 24 mph. His altitude of 1,145 feet offers him stunning views of the surrounding terrain, with the nearby Appalachian foothills stretching across the horizon. He is currently positioned approximately 5 miles southeast of the charming town of Morganton, where the Catawba River meanders gracefully through the valleys. Although he hasn't sent any recent messages to share his thoughts, one can imagine the tranquility of the night air as he navigates this picturesque area. For a closer look at his current location, check out the map visualization [here](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?center=35.742677450180054,-81.38886451721191&zoom=13&size=600x300&maptype=terrain&markers=color:red%7C35.742677450180054,-81.38886451721191&key=AIzaSyCYAUlOyd8PRZ5u4YE2J2-VRCbWF9EXHO4).