UnRuffle yo’self at Otter Hole

We are the Sloth Hiking Group: “We will get there when we get there.” We dare to go where the ‘real’ hike groups don’t !!
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NOTE: We are suggesting an additional $1(+) donation/event to help with the costs of operating HFF MeetUp.
I am going to unravel my stress at Otter Hole Swimmin’ Hole at the headwaters of the So.Mills River. Up to 12 ppl are welcome to join me.
I will spend up to 2-3 hours at the falls swimming, eating, reading and pretending to meditate. Come prepared to meditate, practice your Tai-Chi, 森林浴, read a book, prepare a meal, play a flute.
[Optional: Farther down the trail is Billy Branch Falls (add 1 mi RT)]
Hike Details:
Length: 3.5mi RT; Accum ascent: 350 ft; most on the return.
Difficulty: Single track, ‘natural’ surface w/ roots
Drive time: 30min/12 mi 1-way
Apprx return time: 2:30 PM
Weather Check: Brevard, NC
Weather cancellations will be posted at 6:30am.
WAITLISTED PEOPLE WILL BE ADDED AS DRIVERS SIGN ON.
I currently have 3 driver(s). (13)
Carpool contributions appreciated. $2.00 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 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'. 'On leash' during the Unraveling (‘cept for swimmin’). Small (lap)dogs may carpool. Large dogs will drive themselves.
Geriatrics are asked to bring their own BP cuffs.
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)
**Pics: https://www.flickr.com/photos/146993931@N05/albums**