Avery Creek Tr CleanUp; a Saunter

We are the Sloth Hiking Group: “We will get there when we get there.”
I am going to do light trail maintenance the Avery Crk Tr in Pisgah Forest; A few of you are welcome to join me.
(Since the last mile of the road is closed, we will be walking the extra 1 mi (2X) on the road.)
Total Length: (4.50Mi Loop) ; Accum ascentt: (450ft)
Pace: 1.5mph – because I’m an ol’ Codger.
DIFFICULTY: MISSING LOG FOOTBRIDGE REQUIRES WET CREEK XING NEAR THE END OF THE HIKE. Pack extra socks & a towel. ;-)
Masticating will be ‘in motion’.
Drive time: ½ hr; high clearance vehicle required.
Apprx return time: 1:30pm (=4.0hrs)
Carpool contributions appreciated. $1.00 suggested
Weather Check: Brevard, NC
WAITLISTED PEOPLE WILL BE ADDED AS DRIVERS SIGN ON.
I currently have 2 driver(s) (8)
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.
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'. Small (lap)dogs may carpool. Large dogs will drive themselves.
Dogs MUST like water xings!!!
DESCRIPTION;
Remember - hikes led by ‘the Curmudgeon’ tend to have challenging surprises.
1 wet creek Xing;
Due to recent events, Ouija boards are no longer permitted.
Bring gloves, limb saw, branch clippers. Bring 1 small grocery bag for litter pick-up.
Trail treats the visitor to pretty cascades and pools along Avery Creek.
I’m expecting Rhodie Blooms !!
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)
**Pics: https://www.flickr.com/photos/146993931@N05/albums**