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Comment on Pulliam Creek Trail to Green River Narrows, Green River Game Lands by david longley

david longley — Sun, 19 Feb 2012 00:40:00 +0000

My wife and I did a portion of this hike Friday afternoon and despite the fact that much of the first section of the trail had been scorched black (wildfires?) really enjoyed it. The scramble down to the Narrows was a blast. Funny thing is, I was just sitting here thinking I was coming down with the flu because every muscle and ligament in my birdcage chest was burning. My wife reminded me of the scrambe and we both had a good laugh.

Comment on Florence Nature Preserve, Hickory Nut Gorge by Jfbusse

Jfbusse — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:36:00 +0000

Seeing the original trail (as we were finishing the new) I can well appreciate the difficulty of this strenuous initial ascent—and perhaps some reconsideration of decision to do this hike. Hope you can get out on this trail again, soon, and better enjoy the initial ascent as well as what follows.

Comment on Florence Nature Preserve, Hickory Nut Gorge by Jeff Clark, Meanderthals

Jeff Clark, Meanderthals — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 19:35:00 +0000

John, thanks for all your hard work. Sounds like y’all did a great job!

Comment on Florence Nature Preserve, Hickory Nut Gorge by Jfbusse

Jfbusse — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 17:27:00 +0000

As a member of the CMC trail crew, I’m happy to note that the new access trail (trailhead to creek crossing) is done. Not as steep and strenuous getting up on top of initial ridge. 7 switchbacks, 157 log steps, 2 log bridges, and 3 trail relocation sections will hopefully make better hiking experience at the start. Area is quite beautiful. Enjoy. John B

Comment on Bridal Veil Falls, Grassy Creek Falls, Lake Imaging, DuPont State Forest by Jeff Clark, Meanderthals

Jeff Clark, Meanderthals — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 20:04:00 +0000

There has been so much rain here this winter that the water features are even more spectacular than usual. It’s been great fun.

Comment on Bridal Veil Falls, Grassy Creek Falls, Lake Imaging, DuPont State Forest by Summitstones

Summitstones — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 15:47:00 +0000

Wonderful reflective imagery and metaphor within your post here. Hiking near moving waters has always been such a favorite experience…
DSD

Comment on Best Hikes by Meanderthals | Jones Gap Trail and Coldspring Branch Trail Loop, Jones Gap State Park, SC

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 18:31:57 +0000

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Comment on Panthertown Trail System, Nantahala National Forest by Meanderthals | Jones Gap Trail and Coldspring Branch Trail Loop, Jones Gap State Park, SC

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 18:27:24 +0000

[...] About half way up, the trail takes a turn to the east along a sharp ridge and offers a nice view of the massive stone wall that is Cleveland Cliffs. The trail then passes directly beneath the cliff as it reverses course back to the west. This area kinda reminded me of the China Wall at Panthertown. [...]

Comment on Thompson Creek and Pilot Rock Loop, Pisgah National Forest by Meanderthals | Jones Gap Trail and Coldspring Branch Trail Loop, Jones Gap State Park, SC

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 22:12:39 +0000

[...] were down. Perhaps I’m just an old, whiney Meanderthal. Regardless, this trail wore me out. The hike we did last week was higher and steeper and I did just [...]

Comment on Today’s Hike – Bearwallow Mountain by RidgeRUNR

RidgeRUNR — Sat, 14 Jan 2012 02:43:00 +0000

Thanks Jeff. I have recently read that the CMLC leads a hike from Ferguson Peak to BWM trail. I attempted to find it coming off of the Peak last Spring but the undergrowth hid what I believe was the trail a bit too much. Maybe I’ll hook up with the group on their next hike up there.