Southeastern backpacking, camping, climbing, hiking and snowboarding.
Posted in Events in the Southeast on Feb 26th, 2010
Attention trail runners,
If you are a trail runner here in the Southeast and have a bit of the competitive nature in ya you’ll be interested to know that the 2010 Rockcreek Trail Series is underway with the next competition, the Rock/Creek River Gorge Trail Race coming up March 27th. The races are a 10.2 mile [...]
Posted in Climbing, Events in the Southeast, Hikes on Nov 12th, 2009
Join park rangers this Saturday, November 14 at Crowders Mountain State Park, NC for educational programs, live animals, live music, foods, and demos by over 15 exhibitors. Bring the kids to meet Smokey the Bear, see fire trucks, and make s’mores.
Crowders Mountain State Park also offers rock climbing (permit required) and several hiking trails that [...]
Posted in Events in the Southeast on Oct 12th, 2009
Directions: From Trenton, Take GA Hwy. 136 east 8 miles. You will see signs for Cloudland Canyon along the way. Entrance is clearly marked.
Fee: Hayride $2 per person, $5 parking fee (if not camping)
Cloudland Canyon State Park is offering Fall hayrides through the park on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays until November 1st. If you’re headed [...]
Posted in Camping, Events in the Southeast, Paddling on Sep 21st, 2009
A few weeks ago we paddled down about 23 miles of the Toccoa River in North Georgia. It was a little challenging to navigate the low levels. When we went I think the levels were around the 230-280 cfs range so there was plenty of bottom scrubbing going on in certain areas but [...]
Posted in Backpacking, Events in the Southeast on Feb 25th, 2009
March 7th & 8th Amicalola Falls State Park will be offering a backpacking clinic and Appalachian Trail Celebration for anyone interested in hiking the A.T. There will be discussions on trip prep and demonstrations and workshops by professionals and gear retailers.
Parking Fee: $3
For more info call (706)265-1969
Posted in Events in the Southeast, Hikes on Jan 27th, 2009
Etowah Trail - Yellow Blaze
Nearest Town: Canton, Ga.
Trailhead Location: Boling Park
Directions: Take Exit 16A from 575. Take right on Highway 5. Take left after bridge into Boling Park and continue to the back of park. Park near pavillion.
Trail Length: TBD
Trail Management: Boyscout Troop 241
Trail Description: An easy loop trail that climbs gradually toward Old Shoal [...]
Posted in Events in the Southeast, Uncategorized on Jan 6th, 2009
We just wanted to take minute and express our condolences for the family of Meredith Emerson with the recent anniversary of her murder while hiking with her dog at Blood Mountain. Our thoughts and prayers are still with you. Because of her we are now certainly more cognisant our surroundings while hiking.
To all you hikers [...]
Posted in Events in the Southeast, Uncategorized on Oct 9th, 2008
Sugar Mountain is having it’s 18th annual Oktoberfest Celebration October 11-12, 2008. Enjoy German cuisine, German beverages, arts, crafts, lift rides, and a children’s fun center. Admission and parking are FREE! Located in Sugar Mountain Resort in the North Carolina High Country.
Posted in Events in the Southeast, Uncategorized on Sep 18th, 2008
John C. Campbell Folk School is having their 35th annual Fall Festival October 4&5 10am to 5pm on the folk school campus in Brasstown, NC. The festival celebrates the Appalachian heritage with crafts, food, dancing, and children’s activities.
Over 200 craftspeople will be selling handcrafted items such as wood carvings, ironwork, pottery and more. You can [...]
Posted in Backpacking, Events in the Southeast, Hikes on Sep 9th, 2008
We went down to Anna Maria Island during Hurricane Gustav last week. For those who are not familiar with the area, it’s in Manatee County, Fl just north of Sarasota. The water there is usually very calm and clear. These pictures were taken the Sunday before it hit Louisiana. As you can see, the kids [...]
