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All Member Comments
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ Really great bunch of people, that just like to cut up and have a good time. ”
— A former member on Aug 17, 2008.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ Why not, this group is filled with people who love the outdoors and love to get out and play. ”
— Dawn on Dec 7, 2008.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ Great group of laid back people. That know how to have fun and enjoy the wilderness. ”
— Roger on Nov 23, 2008.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ Meeting new friends, better scenery, and getting a little healthier at the same time beats a gym treadmill hands down! ”
— Felita on Jul 14, 2008.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group
“ Fun, exercise, friends ”
— A former member on Apr 13, 2008.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ I have only attended one meetup thus far. There are so many things that I want to do outdoors but have little motivation to do them alone. This group is the perfect outlet. ”
— Alex. B on Aug 15, 2009.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ Okay, so this is going to sound like something straight out of a Hallmark card or a Lifetime movie, but the members of this group are--hands-down--some of the nicest, coolest, most genuine, most comical (some intentionally, and some not so much), most down-to-earth, most wonderful people I have ever had the honor of meeting! And the events ain't so bad, either! ;) ”
— Katie on Aug 9, 2009.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ I come for the food.........LOL! ”
— Denise on Jul 27, 2009.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ There is always a variety of events to participate in, and the people are great to be around. ”
— Kathy on Jul 20, 2009.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ Friendly folks! and a lot of cool outdoor activities. ”
— Rene on Jun 19, 2009.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ Great group, everyone is always so friendly! ”
— Nikki on Jun 15, 2009.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ People planning the fun for you! How much better does it get?! ”
— Katie on May 29, 2009.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ Everyone works well together and all are friendly. Organizers are helpful and knowledgeable, and the group has a ton of resources. Plus, we have more fun than any other group out there, something new happening every week! ”
— Nick on May 23, 2009.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ This is a great way to get out and expand your social circle, to make new connections with people and get some exercise. ”
— Terri J on Apr 17, 2009.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ Great way to meet people while having a great time doing cool stuff! ”
— Sean Dudley on Apr 10, 2009.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ Because the beauty of the Mother Nature is best enjoyed by good friends. ”
— Bryan G. on Mar 23, 2009.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ The members are friendly. The organizers come up with some awesome hike sites for different level hikers. A great way to make new friends, enjoy the beauty of the mountains and nature while attaining some physical exercise at the same time. ”
— Cherie on Feb 14, 2009.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ I would definitely recommend this group! Everyone is very friendly! The Group picks a variety of events to accommodate to everyone! ”
— Rachel B on Jan 20, 2009.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ It is a great way to meet people and enjoy activities outdoors. ”
— A former member on Jan 18, 2009.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ Everyone is really nice. I look forward to the next hike! ”
— Russell on Jan 11, 2009.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ This is a great group of people , rain, snow or dark of night ! Very friendly and helpful people ! ”
— Emory on Dec 14, 2008.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ What an awesome group we have! ”
— Kevin G on Dec 13, 2008.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ Because it is very active and not one's to just have socials ”
— Jay (Ghetto Hiker) on Nov 24, 2008.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ Because everyone is sooooooooooooooo nice and welcoming, just what I needed, great people!! ”
— Laura M on Nov 6, 2008.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ Great group of people. Very nice group! ”
— Tiffani on Nov 2, 2008.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ This is an fun group. Everyone is so friendly. I could be myself and not be judged. ”
— Mountain Dave on Oct 11, 2008.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ The group is real laid back and all about loving the outdoors and having a good time. No snobs in this group. Joing this group allows folks to get out an explore new places and possibly try new things. Experienced folks also feel right at home swapping gear tips and tellling their travel stories. ”
— Amanda on Jul 28, 2008.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ This is a warm, welcoming, and friendly group of people!!!!!! ”
— April on Jul 13, 2008.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ Good mix of hiking experience levels. ”
— Bernie Ridenour on Jun 16, 2008.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ Very diverse and enthusiastic group with beginning hikers all the way up to serious hikers intending to hike the entire park. A great group of people out having fun and enjoying the natural beauty of East Tennessee and the Park. ”
— Mike on Dec 12, 2007.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ Lots of fun and interesting people and a lot of fun activities! ”
— Candice Janco on Aug 30, 2009.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ to see the great outdoors with friendly people. ”
— robin s on Aug 8, 2009.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ It is a great group of people and we have fun. ”
— Christina Robinson on Aug 8, 2009.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ hey why not hang out with some really great friends and have some fun ”
— Tina Lipscomb on Jul 26, 2009.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ It is a great way to meet people and get out and do outdoor things..... Always something to do regardless of interests and abilities.... ”
— Peggy H. on Jul 25, 2009.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ Because Katie demands that they do... ”
— Joe Minarick on Jul 25, 2009.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ They do lots of cool activities! ”
— Laura D. on Jul 22, 2009.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ Because all the people are friendly and it's a great way to be active and get outdoors. ”
— Becky Fox on Jul 18, 2009.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ This is a wonderful group of people! ”
— Tina on Jul 18, 2009.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ This group is so awesome , helpful, friendly, generous, fun....need I say more? ”
— Susan B on Jul 8, 2009.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ To learn the ABCs of backpacking/hiking and meet friendly people who enjoy the outdoors. ”
— Goldie on Jul 7, 2009.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ If you have no Hiking friends, or only a few, you can hike safely with someone knowledgleable and usually fun. ”
— danny r fischer on Jun 28, 2009.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ Nice meeting everyone today. It was a very fun event and I'm looking foward in meeting all of you again! JF ”
— Jean-Francois Raymond on Jun 28, 2009.
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“ If you like to camp and hike - then this is the group for you. Others in this meetup group are really into the outdoors. ”
— A former member on Jun 14, 2009.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ You will do things that you don't normally get a chance to do or you will get to have company on things that you do enjoy. You also get to meet some diverse folks and learn a little. Not bad at all. ”
— Joshua Monroe on Jun 12, 2009.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ It was informational and a lot of fun at the same time. ”
— Tyler Preston on Jun 12, 2009.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ Hiking in a safe group environment and fun conversation ”
— Jill Peterson on Apr 6, 2009.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ It's a great opportunity to meet some terrific people, get some serious exercise and see Tennessee's most picturesque scenery! ”
— Jeanette Archbold on Apr 5, 2009.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ there's room for all levels of hikers here. hike a little, hike a lot, keep hiking and hike again. ”
— nelya on Mar 21, 2009.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group
“ This is a great way to get exercise, enjoy the outdoors and meet new people. ”
— A former member on Mar 21, 2009.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ Folks are really easy to meet and a lot of fun to know! ”
— Dan on Mar 15, 2009.
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“ it's fun and the peeps are great! ”
— A former member on Mar 14, 2009.
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“ PEOPLE ARE DOWN TO EARTH ”
— A former member on Mar 13, 2009.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ It's a good way to get a little exercise, enjoy the outdoors, and meet a variety of great people. No pressure to perform, just people hiking and having fun. ”
— Jon on Mar 8, 2009.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ Terrific group! EVERY kind of person, friendly, lots of awesome multi-level events... You don't have to be fit to fit in, but you may end up both after these guys get ahold of ya! ”
— Sandy on Mar 7, 2009.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ This was my first hike with the meetup group and I didn't feel like a stranger because the people are so nice ”
— Lisa P. on Feb 21, 2009.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ There's something beautiful out there and you won't find it in the city! ”
— michelle on Feb 12, 2009.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ Hiking the trails require safety in numbers and a background knowledge about the area. This group has members that can provide a wealth of knowledge from first hand experience in helping you to make sound decisions in becoming the outdoor enthusiast you want to be. Being a part of this group will help create a more enjoyable experience. ”
— Michael on Feb 3, 2009.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ I have never met a more friendly bunch of folks and the organizers are awesome. I am looking forward to joining the group hikes as often as I can. ”
— Rud Murphy on Jan 27, 2009.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ This is a GREAT group of people! ”
— Kevin & Sam on Oct 31, 2009.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ This group is great for a beginner or experienced and avid hiker. The group is very welcoming, friendly and fun. ”
— Sabrina on Oct 11, 2009.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ This Group is full of fun caring and welcoming people. I felt like I was apart of the group 100% . What a wonderful feeling. This is just one fun, fantastic and fabulous group of people ”
— Dana Fulgencio on Sep 8, 2009.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ Great group of people. ”
— Brandon Parrent on Jul 25, 2009.
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“ Friendly, happy, nature-loving people who do fun things. What's not to love? ”
— A former member on Jun 14, 2009.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ A great group of people! I haven't met anyone who wasn't friendly and pleasant! ”
— Paul Lear on Nov 14, 2009.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ Great group of folks - as a newcomer to the area, they're extremely inviting and fun! ”
— Melanie Oyler on Nov 14, 2009.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ The folks are fun, friendly, and easygoing. ”
— Natalie on Nov 6, 2009.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ Join a great group of friendly people who have a love of the great outdoors, good food and many of the other finer things in life! ”
— Derrick Smith on Oct 31, 2009.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ Because we're a whole pile of fun! ”
— Jeff Jacobs on Oct 25, 2009.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ You should only join if you like to be on time ”
— Britt on Oct 21, 2009.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ This group offers a nice variety of activities ranging from novice to hard core, from backpacking to apple picking. ”
— Walter on Oct 18, 2009.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ This is a good group of friendly people and you'll always have someone to hike with. ”
— Larry Walden on Oct 10, 2009.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ Great opportunity to enjoy things with others. ”
— Karen Houck on Oct 10, 2009.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ Good balance of focus on the activity vs. socializing, I thought. ”
— Don Conger on Sep 18, 2009.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ They are a great bunch of folks! ”
— Maggie on Sep 12, 2009.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ Great bunch of folks who enjoy the outdoors. ”
— Jon, R.N. on Sep 7, 2009.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ It is a great way to be in the outdoors. ”
— Rae on Aug 31, 2009.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ everyone is there to have fun... ”
— Tim Cochran on Aug 31, 2009.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ A fun group, with lots to do for everyone. ”
— Cathy Tyner on Aug 30, 2009.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ Nice people Interesting conversation ”
— Rob on Aug 30, 2009.
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Great Smokies Hiking & Adventure Group“ Tons of activities....you couldn't possibly do them all! ”
— Elizabeth on Aug 30, 2009.
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“ Great group - I look forward to future events! ”
—A former member on Sep 15, 2008.
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“ Everyone was very friendly and seemed to be very enthusiastic about what they were doing and making new members feel welcome. Good people, good adventure. ”
—A former member on Nov 10, 2008.
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“ We had an amazing day! Lots of nice people, great food (Emory's cobbler was a huge hit). This meet-up set the standards for what all meet-ups should be. ”
—A former member on Jul 12, 2008.
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“ This is a really fun meetup group. ”
—A former member on Jul 19, 2008.
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“ I hope more people especially novice hikers will join us next time so I'm not the only one bringing up the rear. ”
—A former member on Nov 12, 2007.
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“ If they wants to have fun and stay active and meet some cool people, then they should join this group. ”
— Jeet on Jan 18, 2009.
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“ Fantastic group.. Made me feel very welcome on my first outing. ”
— Rob on Sep 2, 2008.