DuPont Bridal Veil/Mine Mtn Loop; the hike

Date changed to Mon, Mar 16. Please keep RSVP's updated....
We are the HFF Trekking Team: We a’gonna get our step-counters a’workin’ !!
**https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bf5TgVRGND4**
Hugh will lead on the Airstrip Tr/Bridal Veil/Mine Mtn Loop in DuPont; Up to 12 ppl are welcome to join us.
PARTICIPANTS REQUIRE THE APPROVAL OF THE HIKE ORGANIZER.
Hike Distance: 6.87 mi total. Accum ascent: 700 ft. Pace: 2.0 mph.
Difficulty: Well developed Trail. Most of the climb is over Mine Mtn in the last 3rd of the hike.
Masticating will be ‘in motion’.
Drive time: 40min/25 mi 1-way
Apprx return time: 2:45 pm (=5.75 hrs)
Alternate meet-up at Trlhd: “Fawn Lake Access Area” (we arrive about 9:55a)
Optional Lunch at Cedar Mtn Café (add 1.5 hrs).
Carpool contributions appreciated. $2.00 suggested
Weather Check: Cedar Mtn, NC
Weather cancellations will be posted at 6:30am.
WAITLISTED PEOPLE WILL BE ADDED AS DRIVERS SIGN ON.
We currently have 3 driver(s) (=12ppl)
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.
Remember - hikes led by ‘the Curmudgeon’ tend to have challenging surprises.
Mountain Trolls are thieves; Zip your backpacks tight.
All hikes are at your own risk. You are responsible for your OWN safety and adequate equipment.
Waiver: : The organizer of this event is a volunteer and not a professional guide. The function of the organizer is only to organize this event. 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.
Hugh's contact: (before day of hike): (662) 324-2425 (text only)
**Pics: https://www.flickr.com/photos/146993931@N05/albums**