Sat, 7 Dec 2024, 7:31 am ESTGeorgia On My Mind; AT- Hogpen Gap to Unicoi Gap
Unicoi Gap Parking Lot, Sautee Nacoochee , GA
The Adventure: Georgia on my mind...
Let's go to Georgia and hike more of the Appalachian Trail from Hogpen Gap to Unicoi Gap.
We will hike from route 358 to Hwy 17.
This is a +/- 13.4-mile track with around 2,500 ft of gain.

*We will need to shuttle from the Unicoi Gap area to the Hogpen Gap area to start our hike. This is a good 30-minute shuttle.

**Posting this now so you can get a cabin or campsite in the area if you wish to do so.

Some of us have reserved a cabin just outside of Blairville. Friday the 6th-Sunday the 8th.

76 miles of the AT is in Georgia. This will be one of several trips to hike the rest of those miles this year.

map: https://www.alltrails.com/explore/map/map-january-10-2022-8-43-pm-bc3ea21?u=i
*We are only doing part of the purple part of this map. Hogpen Gap to Unicoi Gap (Hwy17). 13.4-miles, 2,500ft of gain.
We will meet at Unicoi Gap parking area to shuttle to Hogpen Gap.

**I'm thinking about another section on Sunday.
On Sunday before returning to Tennessee, I am thinking about hiking the section from Hogpen Gap to Neels Gap. This is a 6.5-mile section with 1,690' in gain.
Map: https://www.alltrails.com/explore/map/map-june-2-2024-2bf283c?u=i&sh=kfux92

Standard Notice: Disclaimer
Meetup organizers/ leaders are not guides. Expect the same risks and take the same precautions as if you were hiking alone. You are solely responsible for your own safety and well-being.
By signing up for and/or attending this Meetup event, you acknowledge, understand, accept, and agree that hiking and other activities can be dangerous and can cause serious bodily injury and possible death. The organizers of this group and current and former members cannot be held responsible or liable in any way for the actions of any participant- including you-at any event. All attendees participate at an event at their own rick and are solely responsible for any damage to their property, and/or any injury to themselves or their guests. By signing up for this event, you affirm that you understand this disclaimer and that you knowingly and voluntarily agree not to bring any type of claim arising out of or related to this Meetup event against the organizers of this Meetup group.

**Covid-19 is still out there and spreading. So, PLEASE be respectful and follow all guidelines to stay safe and keep others safe and virus free. If you feel you, have it and/or may be asymptomatic, please stay home and take care of yourself. if you are virus free, let's hike.
13 attendees+8
Sun, 8 Dec 2024, 4:30 pm ESTLIGHT IT UP, Kayaking Fun PARADE
Governor Ned McWherter / Riverside Landing Park, Knoxville, TN
If you are interested in this event please sign up in the following link:
meetup link

https://4142298.xyz/great-smokies-hiking-adventure-group/events/303995983/?isFirstPublish=true

This will be FUN!

Light up your boat and let's get on the water. Do it your way, Go BIG on lights or just the required light. Just come and enjoy the season.

We meet at 4:30 pm (or as soon as you can) to finish decorating your boat. At 6:00 pm, we will start our parade of lights on the water from the Riverside Boat Launch, under the Bridge. Paddling down the river, circle Hensley Street Bridge and then back to the park.

The fun continues:
Afterwards, let's meet back up at the Schulz Brau Brewing Company to hangout for some drinks and fun.

Have all of the safety items for your boat. Here's a partial list that you will need; White lights at the front and stern (Red and Green Sidelights visible from a distance), a horn or whistle, PFD, ect. Your safety is your responsibility.

Standard Notice: Disclaimer
Meetup organizers/ leaders are not guides. Expect the same risks and take the same precautions as if you were hiking alone. You are solely responsible for your own safety and well-being.
By signing up for and/or attending this Meetup event, you acknowledge, understand, accept, and agree that hiking and other activities can be dangerous and can cause serious bodily injury and possible death. The organizers of this group and current and former members can not be held responsible or liable in any way for the actions of any participant- including you-at any event. All attendees participate at an event at their own rick and are solely responsible for any damage to their property, and/or any injury to themselves or their guests. By signing up for this event, you affirm that you understand this disclaimer and that you knowingly and voluntarily agree not to bring any type of claim arising out of or related to this Meetup event against the organizers of this Meetup group.
1 attendee
Sat, 14 Dec 2024, 9:01 am ESTChristmas Spirit Hike, 2024
Metcalf Bottoms Trail Trailhead, Gatlinburg, TN
It's that time of year again and I'm hearing jingle bells, Come sing along!

Put on your best Santa, Reindeer, Elf, Christmas outfit or just come as you are and Relive the Joy of Christmas mornings. But whatever you do, DON'T miss the Spirit of Christmas Hike. This is another wonderful fun hike. Come enjoy the season with us.

-This event will not be complete without you. So come join in the fun.-

It's time to gather together, spread some cheer and get full of Christmas Spirit as we take a nice walk in the woods together. This event brings so much joy to all of those that participate and that we pass on the trail. They just love seeing something so out of the ordinary and us having fun. Once the hike is over, we are going to enjoy some food, a drink or two and the camaraderie of your fellow hikers. So come join us after the hike as well.

This is another one of my favorite events of the year and it is because of each and every one of you that join us. Each year we have more and more fun. It's so much fun to see what each of us come up with and are willing to wear on a fun hike in the woods. Then if you wish, gather back together to continue to enjoy the day and the Christmas spirit.

*** For this year's hike, we will meet at Metcalf Bottoms and take the nice hike to the Walker Sisters Cabin. Stopping at the School house and graveyard on our way. There will be lots of fun photos to be taken.
After the hike (for those that want to join us), we will head to the Peaceful Side Social for food, drinks and fun.
Come on out and join us!

** Kids of all ages are welcome to come. Young and old!
***Also, if you have found yourself on the naughty list this year, this hike may help you with Santa.

Standard Notice, Disclaimer:
Meetup organizers/ leaders are not guides. Expect the same risks and take the same precautions you would take if you were hiking alone. You are solely responsible for you own safety and well-being. By signing up for this and/or attending this Meetup event, you acknowledge, understand, accept, and agree that hiking and other activities can be dangerous and can cause serious bodily injury and possible death. The organizers of this group and current and former members cannot be held responsible or liable in any way for the actions of any participant-including you- at ant event. All attendees participate at an event at their own risk and are solely responsible for any damage to their property, and/or any injury to themselves or their guests. By signing up for this event, you affirm that you understand this disclaimer and that you knowingly and voluntarily agree not to bring any type of a claim arising out of or related to this Meetup event against the organizers of this Meetup group.
**Covid-19 is still out there and spreading. So, PLEASE be respectful and follow all guidelines to stay safe and keep others safe and virus free. If you feel you have it and/or may be asymptomatic, please stay home and take care of yourself. If you are virus free, let's hike.
55 attendees+50

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