UnRuffle yo’self at Big Hungry River Cascades

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 !!
I am going to unravel my stress at the cascades of Big Hungry River near Saluda. Up to 12 ppl are welcome to join me.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TQ8H4EK2vt4
This is a designated ‘silent’ Relaxation Hike; we will engage quiet for the day. But "Ooh's and Aah's" are encouraged.
I will spend up to 2 hours at the falls water-immersion-ing, eating, reading and pretending to meditate.
Hike Details:
Hike Distance: ½ mile Accum descent: 50 ft
Pace: 1.5mph – because I’m an ol’ Codger.
Difficulty: Steep, rocky descent to the river. Boulders line the water.
Optional: Bring a lite-weight campchair and/or innertube.
OPTIONAL: Water immersion available; be prepared.
Drive time: 20 min/ 6 miles (1-way)
Apprx return time: 2PM (=3.0 hrs)
Carpool contributions appreciated. $2.00 suggested
Weather Check: Saluda, NC
Weather cancellations will be posted at 6:30am.
WAITLISTED PEOPLE WILL BE ADDED AS DRIVERS SIGN ON.
(I currently have 1 driver(s).
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 when swimmin’). Small (lap)dogs may carpool. Large dogs will drive themselves.
DESCRIPTION;
Remember - hikes led by ‘the Curmudgeon’ tend to have challenging surprises.
Forested riverside boulders. Water flow is ‘wade-able’.
Optional: water-immersion-ing
Due to recent events, Ouija boards are no longer permitted.
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.
UnRavel: To experience a time of quiet in a manner that you feel worthwhile.
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.
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)