UnRavel yo’self at Catheys Creek Falls

We are the Sloth Hiking Group: “We will get there when we get there.”
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I am going to unravel my stress at Catheys Creek Falls near Brevard. Up to 8 ppl are welcome to join me. I will spend a couple hours at the falls eating, reading and pretending to meditate.
THIS IS ALSO Minor TRASH CLEAN-UP PROJECT
Hike Details:
Length: 100 ft; Total ascent: 100 ft; steep, challenging footing.
Drive time: 25 min/10 mi 1-way; High clearance vehicle reqr’d.
Apprx return time: 2:30 pm
Carpool contributions appreciated. $1.00 suggested
We suggest masks and open windows while carpooling. Only you know your own health status so judge accordingly if an event may endanger your health.
Weather Check: Brevard, NC
Please bring an extra pair of shoes to avoid bringing your muddy shoes into the driver's car at the end of the hike.
Incessant prattlers will be assumed to be having an affair. Obstreperous raucous yawping is discouraged.
THIS IS A DOG-PARTICIPANT HIKE. This event is NOT for those who are uncomfortable with the antics of fun-loving dogs.
Well trained dogs (you don’t have to yell.) can be 'off-leash'. 'On leash' during the lunch stop.
Description;
Remember - hikes led by ‘the Curmudgeon’ tend to have challenging surprises.
Access is down a short but VERY steep bank with challenging footing. DEEP WATER XING REQR’D.
SMALL CAMP CHAIR REQR’D FOR SITTING IN WATER; no dry seating)
Catheys Creek Falls is a nice 50' series of cascading falls.
OPTIONAL: I will attempt to find an off-trail route to Catheys Crag. This will be a deep, rocky stream Xing plus finding a way thru a rhodie grove up a steep slope.
We will spend up to 2 hrs at the Falls. Come prepared to meditate, practice your Tai-Chi, 森林浴, read a book, prepare a meal, play a flute.
UnRuffle/UnRavel: To experience a time of quiet in a manner that you feel worthwhile. Démêlez votre stress. (Unravel your stress)
Engage the 5 senses (sight, smell, touch, taste, hearing),
Observe the movement of the forest & water.
Breathe the aroma of the air, water, plants and forest.
Feel the texture of the air, water, trees and plants.
Listening to the sound of air, water, critters & birds;
Taste the air of the breezes or soothing snacks.
All hikes are at your own risk. You are responsible for your OWN safety and adequate equipment.
Waiver: 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.
gordie's contact: curmudgeonhiker@gmail.com
(before day of hike): 828.393.0297 (talk & text)
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