Graveyard to Skinny Dip; a Saunter

We are the Sloth Hike Team of WNC: “We will get there when we get there.” We dare to go where the ‘real’ hike groups don’t !!
**https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TQ8H4EK2vt4**
We are going to hike the Mtn-to-Sea Tr from Graveyard Fields to Skinny dip Falls; Up to 12 of you are welcome to join us.
Hike Distance: 3.6 mi Total; Accum DESCENT: 1000ft; 300ft accum ascent (most in last mile.)
Pace: 1.5mph – because I’m an ol’ Codger.
Difficulty: Rocky trail; constant downhill. I’m expecting painted trillium on this trail. Optional wet stream xing at the last mile.
Masticating will be ‘in motion’.
Drive time: 23mi/40min 1-way (via Hwy 276)
Google Maps = “Graveyard Fields Loop Trail”.
Car Shuttle Required.
Return Not earlier than: 2 pm (=4.5hrs)
Optional: Taco Fiesta after the hike.(Horseshoe,NC)
Carpool contributions appreciated. $3.00 suggested
Weather Check:
https://www.mountain-forecast.com/peaks/Black-Balsam-Knob/forecasts/1894
Weather cancellations will be posted at 6:30am.
WAITLISTED PEOPLE WILL BE ADDED AS DRIVERS SIGN ON.
I 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.
Incessant prattlers will be assumed to be having an affair. Obstreperous raucous yawping is discouraged. My attempts to quiet the prattlers has failed. This has become a ‘social networking’ event.
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' in vicinity of other hike groups. Small (lap)dogs may carpool. Large dogs will drive themselves.
DESCRIPTION;
Remember - hikes led by ‘the Curmudgeon’ tend to have challenging surprises.
I will be carrying the ‘Ent-Ward’ that gives us permission to pass thru the forest.
Moderately challenging, rocky trail through forested mountain slopes.
Accum moderately gradual DESCENT: 1000ft
We expect to find trilliums in abundance.
NOTE: stream xing at the last mile. Possibly wet....
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)