What we’re about
This group is for people that like to have fun and adventure in the great outdoors; hiking in the foothills and mountains, camping, funyaking on the French Broad, whitewater rafting on the Nolichucky, biking the Virginia Creeper, outdoor live music, backpacking, spelunking and more. The hikes I lead will be rated either "Moderate", "Difficult" or "Strenuous" and most are what I would call aerobic hiking, but with lots of short stops to appreciate what Mother Nature has to show us! I'm open to others leading easier hikes and making suggestions. An example of "Moderate" would be the Lake Norman State Park "Lake Shore Trail" with one rest/food stop in the middle and some short water breaks etc. I've had several Red Cross first aid courses over the years, including the outdoor trauma course. JOIN US FOR SOME FUN!
If you have an idea then post it or send me a message!
BREAKING RULES WILL GET YOU THROWN OUT:
1. No discussing or wearing of anything political or governmental will be tolerated
2. No physical of mental abuse will be tolerated
3. No showing multiple times - please cancel at least 1 hour before the meet time
4. No activity for 6 months
Upcoming events (2)
See all- Grandfather's Caloway Peak Very Difficult Hike & The Town Tavern Blowing RockGrandfather Mt Danial Boone Trail , Linville, NC
"THERE ARE 3 LADDERS ON THE TRAIL THAT DOGS CAN'T CLIMB" and you'll need both hands to climb these step ladders.
The hike is about 7.5 miles and 2,300 feet in elevation gain. We'll take our time but it's still a Very Difficult Hike. All the elevation is in 3.5 miles.
There is "No Cell Service" on this section of the Blueridge Parkway, Let me know if you're meeting at Speedway in Blowing Rock or at the Boone Fork Parking Lot (This "IS NOT" the parking lot for the Boone fork Trail)
Speedayway Gas Station. 7206 Valley Blvd, Blowing Rock, NC. We'll pull out for the Boone Fork Parking Lot at 9:15 sharp. if you're late you're own your own.
The Town Tavern - 1182 Main St, Blowing Rock, NC
https://www.towntavernbr.com/###
Ascending well over 2,000 feet in 3.5 miles, this hike begins at the Tanawha Trail and climbs to the summit of Calloway Peak (5,946′), one of the highest points in the Blue Ridge Mountain range. About halfway up, at Flat Rock View, hikers reach the junction of Cragway Trail. From Boone Fork Parking Area (Blue Ridge Parkway Milepost 299.9), follow the Tanawha Trail south for 0.6 miles to the Daniel Boone Scout Trailhead.
The upper half of the Daniel Boone Scout Trail is rough-going with some exquisite views, including one of Price Park and one of the Linn Cove Viaduct. Just before Calloway Peak, in-place ladders and cables help hikers through steep sections. The upper portion of this trail is not recommended for pets.Caravan/Carpool at Lowes Home Store in front of the Garden Center 1041 Charlotte Hwy Troutman. we'll be pulling out at 7:30 AM, don't be late. I'll be staying in the mountains for a few days so I'll lead the caravan but can't take any carpoolers.
