UnRuffle yo’self at Bird Rock Falls

This is a designated ‘silent’ Meditation Hike; we will engage quiet for the day. But "Ooh's and Aah's" are encouraged. ”
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**
I am going to unruffle my stress at Mills Shoals, French Broad, Pancake & Bird Rock Falls near Balsam Grove, NC.
If you value more than a moment of silent, meditative calm; Up to 12 ppl are welcome to join me.
I will spend up to 2 hours at the falls ponderin’, swimming, eating, reading and pretending to meditate.
Hike Details:
Length: 1 mi RT; Total ascent: 200 ft
Difficulty: moderate trail w/ moderately steep slope approach to each falls.
Drive time: 3/4 hr/22 mi 1-way
Return Not earlier than: 3 pm (=4.5 hrs)
Very limited parking! (Shall limit participation)
Weather Chk: Balsam Grove, NC
Weather cancellations will be posted at 6:30am.
Carpool contributions appreciated. $3.00 suggested
WAITLISTED PEOPLE WILL BE ADDED AS DRIVERS SIGN ON.
I currently have 3 driver. (=12ppl)
We suggest slightly 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.
This is a: ‘silent’ hHike; we will engage quiet for the day. But "Ooh's and Aah's" are encouraged.
Incessant prattlers are discouraged. Please respect the serenity of the other participants. Conversation about anything other than the trail is verboten!!
THIS IS A DOG-PARTICIPANT HIKE. This event is NOT for those who are uncomfortable with the antics of fun-loving dogs. 'On leash' during the unravelling. Small (lap)dogs may carpool. Large dogs will drive themselves.
Description;
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 and swim.
Remember - hikes led by ‘the Curmudgeon’ tend to have challenging surprises. Please don’t flick the fair flighty fairies…
Mill Shoals Falls & French Broad Falls fall into a common pool – part of the French Broad River.
Pancake Falls has a pool.
Bird Rock Falls sits under a cliff and has a small ‘sliding rock’. Excellent space for sitting and meditating.
Optional: swimming and watershoes for wading.
Optional: Pack yo’ lite-weight campchair.
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.
We will spend up to 2 hrs at the Falls. Come prepared to meditate, practice your Tai-Chi, read a book, prepare a meal, play a flute…..
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.
gordie's contact: curmudgeonhiker@gmail.com
(before day of hike): 828.393.0297 (talk & text)
**Pics: https://www.flickr.com/photos/146993931@N05/albums**