Big East Fork Trail, the hike

We are the HFF Trail Trekkers: We a’gonna get our step-counters a’workin’ !!
From the BRPwy, Hugh will lead a scouting hike downhill along the Bridges Camp Tr & Big East Fork Tr to Hwy 276. This requires a car shuttle.
Hike Distance: 5.6mi. Accum descent: 1700 ft: Accum Ascent: 700 ft.
Pace: 2.5mph
Difficulty: Rocky with roots; primarily downhill. Numerous sections of challenging washed out trail (hands&knees). NOT recommended for dogs.
Drive time: 1.5 hr Total; 60 mi total (shuttle incl’d)
Return no earlier than: 2:00pm (=4.5 hrs)
Carpool contributions appreciated. $4.00 suggested
Weather Check: Waynesville, NC
Weather cancellations will be posted at 6:30am.
WAITLISTED PEOPLE WILL BE ADDED AS DRIVERS SIGN ON.
We currently have 2 driver(s) (=8ppl)(2 drivers required)
We suggest open windows while carpooling. Only you know your own health status so judge accordingly if an event may endanger your health or the health of others.
Please bring an extra pair of shoes to avoid bringing your muddy shoes into the driver's car at the end of the hike.
Dogs: not recommended for dogs.
All hikes are at your own risk. You are responsible for your OWN safety and adequate equipment.
Waiver: The organizer of this event is a volunteer and not a professional guide. The function of the organizer is only to organize this event. There are certain risks inherent in any outdoor activity. Each participant, by signing up to attend this event, agrees to release from liability the leader(s), Hendo Fun Friends, its Partners, Affiliates, and members for any accident, injury, illness, or personal loss which might occur while participating in this activity or while traveling in any vehicle during this trip. Each participant further agrees to abide by the rules and regulations concerning safety, to follow instructions of the leader(s), and not to become intentionally separated from the group. The leader(s) also has the right to use any images collected on this trip for recording on website photo collections.
Hugh's contact: (before day of hike): (662) 324-2425 (text only)