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(These are all 'dynamic hikes') Melissa aka Shoe will be leading an on- going project designed for Trail Dames to hike the entire Georgia portion of the AT! Read further for details... Saturday AT hikes: This is a series of hikes that will take place on the first Saturday of every month. If you complete all these hikes over a 12 month period you will have completed all 76.4 miles of the Appalachian Trail in the state of Georgia and will be eligible to earn a patch from the Georgia ATC. I have designed these hikes to be fairly low mileage so that anyone can do them. That being said, there are 1, possibly 2, sections that will have to be completed as overnight hikes unless you want to hike around 13-14 miles in a day. Most of these hikes will require the staging of cars at each end of the section. If you can’t make a particular hike in a given month – have no worries. Those sections will come around on a yearly basis and you will have the chance to complete them. If you have any questions please feel free to email me at: Melissa@melissaonthetrail.com Or give me a call at: 678-936-1692 2010 Saturday Appalachian Trail Hike Schedule: Coming Soon!! |
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(For trail information and directions, click on trail name) Dames will have the opportunity to
of $1 per hike to go towards TD expenses. March 6- Shoe's AT Hike Series- Hightower Gap to Cooper Gap plus a bonus This section is only 3.5 miles. There is a steep climb Since this is such a short section I have thrown in a trail magic bonus for those that want to tag along. After we finish the hike we will hike 3/4 of a mile to Hawk Mountain Shelter. I would like to hike some firewood up to the shelter for the thru-hikers. This shelter is such a heavily used shelter and firewood can sometimes be a difficult task to get. If we have 10 people volunteer to haul up a piece or 2 of firewood that would be so totally awesome in my book. We will need several cars that are able to drive up forest service roads that are in good condition. For those that don't want to do the trail magic bonus you will need to drive your own vehicle as well. We will put your cars at the end of the hike so you can head straight home. Looking forward to seeing lots of people there. We will meet at 7:45 at Huthmaker Violins to carpool ************************************** March 21st- Sunday, Trail Dame Hike Unicoi State Park- Park to Helen Trail 2.7- 5.3 miles your choice! We will enjoy the early Spring by celebrating a little Octoberfest!! We will hike into Helen and have lunch, after which Dames can hike back to the park, or stay to do a bit of shopping! We will meet at Huthmaker Violins at 8:00 am There is a $5 per car state park fee Note- due to the 'lunch in Helen' aspect of this hike, this will not be appropriate for dogs. If you want to hike with your pup, plan on bringing your car and hiking to town and back. **************************************
Come join the Dames as Hemlock, our resident botanical expert, leads us on a hike to learn all about the wildflowers on the trail. Location- The Pocket Trail on Pigeon Mountain, which is regarded as the best wildflower area in all of Georgia. It looks like March 28th is a good bet for when the bluebells will be peaking. We will meet at Huthmaker Violins at 8 am to carpool. (Location subject to change.....keep an eye here for updates!!) ************************************** April 3-4 Annual TD Trail Magic at Mountain Crossings!
April 18- Sunday, Trail Dames Birthday!! Trail Dame Hike Springer Mountain!! Yep- we do it every year! Here is your chance to climb up to the Southern terminus of the Appalachian Trail. The climb itself is .9 miles up and back down. Afterwards, there will be an optional hike North on the AT. Bring a bag lunch - I will provide the champagne! We will meet at Huthmaker Violins at 8:00 am Dogs are welcome! ************************************** May 1- Shoe's AT Hike Series- Hike to be announced ************************************** May 16th- Trail Dames Hike, Sunday, 8:00 am Dockery Lake Trail 7.3 miles BUT.....this is an 'out and back' trail and we will hike based on time. Some of us will do 3 miles and others can go further. Remember, this is about having fun! :) eFellow Dame Karen adds, "the mountain laurel should be in bloom and spectacular! The hike this year is scheduled right around the same time I hiked it last year and the flowers were abundant!" stopping in Dahlongea on the way home.
Dogs are welcome! ************************************** June 5- Shoe's AT Hike Series- Hike to be announced ************************************** June 6th through Sunday June 13th-
Come spend a week exploring the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. There will be a variety of things to do. ~ There will be a hike every day ~ An 1-2 night backpacking trip ~ Horseback riding through the mountains ~ Hanging out with your fellow ‘dames. ~ Go into Gatlinburg to shop if that’s your thing. For more info, click here **************************************
announced ************************************** August 7-Shoe's AT Hike Series- Hike to be announced ************************************** |
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Ever wonder what the
Dames do when they
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Dames do when they
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| What about the Weather? We typically hike in all kinds of weather, but in the event of thunderstorms or other severe weather, any hike cancellations will be posted here by 7 am at the latest on the morning of the hike. |
| All Participants are required to sign a waiver before each hike. For a copy of the waiver, click here |
| What is a Dynamic Hike? These are hikes that are longer and more strenuous than the regular Trail Dames hikes. If you are looking for an extra challenge, then these are the hikes for you! |
| Don't miss Shoe's "Hike The AT" series! All details are below! |
| What about dogs? As long as dogs are allowed on the trail, you are welcome to bring them along!! 1. Dogs must remain on a least at all times 2. You are required to pick up after your pup. 3. Please do not allow your dog to drink from streams. Finally, a reminder... we follow most hikes with a meal out so make appropriate plans for your pup. :) |
