Logging Pics – Before And After

August 21, 2016 By Leave a Comment

The National Forest Service sells logging rights to timber companies. It's reality, but I'm seeing it more and more in North Georgia and Northwestern South Carolina lately. We went hiking on the Chattooga this past weekend and here's one example. The view from the trailhead looking west in September 2011. And here's the same view this weekend on August 2016. I nearly didn't recognize the trailhead - and we weren't the only ones! While we loaded our packs, we sent two other hiking groups … [Read more...]

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Episode 32: Advanced Rookie Mistakes (B201)

June 19, 2016 By Leave a Comment

In Episode 32, the conversation on Rookie Mistakes continues as we sit fireside on Justus Creek along the Appalachian Trail in North Georgia. In this discussion, Beer Run, PokeyBo, and Therm Rider talk about some classic rookie moves: taking the wrong gear, hiking above your skill level, and taking too much. “Backcountry 201” is the second installment in this mini-series where we sit around the campfire and discuss the fundamentals of backpacking.  In this episode, we go "off trail" … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Appalachian Trail, Appalachian Trail Conservancy, Backpacking Discussions, Backpacking Hacks, Backpacking Tips, Gear, How To Hike & Backpack, Humor, Management, Mishaps, National Forest, Podcasts, Trail Talk

Our Campsite

March 30, 2016 By Leave a Comment

Our campsite and home for the night along the Chattooga River. Here comes the Britt to help me collect some firewood. … [Read more...]

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Will Takes The Plunge

March 28, 2016 By Leave a Comment

Will braves the cold water of the Chattooga River and takes the plunge from a rope swing. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Camping With Kids, Camping With Your Dog, Dog Friendly Hikes, National Forest, Videos, Water Hikes, With Dogs, With Kids

Pigpen Branch Falls

March 28, 2016 By Leave a Comment

A look at Pigpen Branch Falls from the Foothills Trail - hiking southbound and headed down toward the Chattooga River (and junction with the Chattooga River Trail). … [Read more...]

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Showers Bring Waterfalls And Flowers For Our Summer Backpacking Trip To Panthertown Valley

July 16, 2015 By 1 Comment

Panthertown Valley is one of my favorite hiking spots in North Carolina. It is located near Cashiers, NC in the western section of the State and was purchased by the Nature Conservancy from Duke Power in 1989. Panthertown is now part of the Nantahala National Forest and has been growing rapidly in popularity - especially over the last ten years. Schoolhouse Falls is one of the most popular waterfalls in Panthertown. When we first visited Panthertown in 2001, there was only the occasional day … [Read more...]

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Benton MacKaye Trail Trip Video – March 8, 2015

March 10, 2015 By Leave a Comment

We had nearly perfect Spring weather for this hike last weekend in North Georgia.  My dog slept for most of the next 24 hours after our 9.7 mile loop hike on and around the Benton MacKaye Trail in the Cohutta Wilderness.  Spring has finally sprung! … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Backpacking Movies, Backpacking Videos, Backpacking With Your Dog, Benton MacKaye Trail, Dog Friendly Hikes, Dog Friendly Trails, National Forest, Videos, Water Hikes, Wilderness Area, With Dogs
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