On New Year’s Eve this year, we decided to get some exercise in advance of a night of consumption and calories. Carter’s Lake was conveniently located near our cabin in Ellijay, so we drove around the 3,200 acre lake and found the visitor’s center. The lady at the counter was very friendly and after our kids named every […]
Long Branch Shelter replaces the old Big Springs Gap Shelter
December 20, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Out with the old … and in with the new: The Appalachian Trail Conservancy, Nantahala Hiking Club, and a local company – Goshen Timber Frames – teamed up for the construction of Long Branch Shelter near Glassmine Gap. The new structure is located north of Standing Indian on the Appalachian Trail and about 17 miles from […]
Video Of Steven Ainsworth’s Helicopter Rescue In The Smokies
December 15, 2012 By Leave a Comment
In early November, I posted an article about an Appalachian Trail southbound thru-hiker that was rescued in the Smokies after riding out Hurricane Sandy. Steven Ainsworth battled record snowfall and survived for three days before calling 911 for help. Here’s footage and some commentary from the HuffPost on the helicopter rescue: Tennessee Highway Patrol […]
Tennessee Appalachian Trail Buffer: Rocky Fork Into Public Ownership
December 15, 2012 By Leave a Comment
The Nashville Business Journal reported last month that there is a new State Park in Tennessee. The 2036 acre park is located near the A.T. in the Northeastern part of the State and provides an additional buffer against development in this area. The transfer of Rocky Fork into public ownership has been a goal of […]
Thorton v’s Boone, Round One
November 20, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Classic …. although old Rebel would’ve had that ball by now
November 1, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Andrew Skurka “Ultimate Hiker’s Gear Guide” Video
August 9, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Thru-Hiking – What I Really Do
July 26, 2012 By Leave a Comment
These “What I Really Do” templates are everywhere these days and now I understand why. There’s actually a template for them on the web. A hiking friend recently sent me this one, and I have to say that they nailed it for Thru-Hiking. Publish If you’ve ever hiked long distances on the Appalachian Trail, […]
You Cannot Stay On The Summit Forever
July 13, 2012 By Leave a Comment
George Mallory is quoted as having replied to the question “Why do you want to climb Mount Everest?” with the retort “Because it’s there”. A friend recently sent this quote to me with the attached photo which says it more eloquently: You cannot stay on the summit forever; you have to come down again. So […]
Panthertown Valley Photos – June 9, 2012
June 25, 2012 By Leave a Comment