Little Bradley Falls; Clean-Up Project

NOTE: We are suggesting an additional $1(+) donation/event to help with the costs of operating HFF MeetUp.
We are the Sloth Hiking Group: “We will get there when we get there.”
**https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bsh_8qxUfDY**
I am going to Little Bradley Falls near Saluda; Up to 12 of you are welcome to join me.
THIS IS A TRASH CLEAN-UP PROJECT AND A SWIMMING EVENT.
Bring gloves, limb saw, branch clippers. Lite-weight chainsaw(???)
Distance: 2 miles round trip; Accum Ascent: 300 ft
NOTE: STORM DAMAGED TRAIL: Hazards may include: washed out bridges, landslides, eroded areas, muddy slippery footing, and downed clusters of trees.
Pace: 1.5mph – because I’m an ol’ Codger.
Difficulty: challenging (READ FULL DESCRIPTION BELOW)
Lunch will be at the Falls.
Optional: wading/swimming available.
Weather Check: Saluda, NC.
Weather cancellations will be posted at 6:30am.
Drive time: 10 mi/1/4 hr 1-way
Apprx return time: 2:30 pm
WAITLISTED PEOPLE WILL BE ADDED AS DRIVERS SIGN ON.
I currently have 1 driver(s)
Carpool contributions appreciated. $2.00 suggested
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.
Please don’t flick the fair flighty fairies…
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. Dogs MUST enjoy DEEP water Xings!!!! Small (lap)dogs may carpool. Large dogs will drive themselves.
DESCRIPTION;
Remember - hikes led by ‘the Curmudgeon’ tend to have challenging surprises.
Trail Condition: Slope traverse; roots; some very short steep sections; One short narrow section of 6”wide rock traverse with root handholds. 2 ea KNEE-DEEP water Xings. Watershoes, change of heavy socks, & towels NECESSARY. Plastic bags for key fobs & phone suggested.
Storm Damage: Serious tree downfall make traversing a serious challenge.. 3 landslide sections that we traverse. This is a 'FUN' challenge !!!!
HikeType: Out and Back; One of my ‘Top Ten’ destinations.
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**