Moore Cove Falls; a Saunter

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 !!
**https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TQ8H4EK2vt4**
I am going to visit Moore Cove Falls; Up to 12 ppl are welcome to join me.
Family-friendly trail that is very popular. Short staircase at the beginning. Gradual, but constant, ascent to Moore Cove Falls. We will explore interesting rock formations behind the falls.
Optional: After TWO rock-hop creek Xings, we may proceed up the mountain to the ‘Ice Cave Falls, Little Moore Cove Falls and, farther up, the cascades.
Social ‘hour’ at 9:15AM; (Boots leave at 9:30a)
Distance: 2.5 mi RT; Total ascent: 500 ft
Pace: 1.5mph – because I’m an ol’ Codger.
Difficulty: Moderate: see description.
Drive time: 10 min
Apprx return time: 1 pm (=2.5hrs)
Optional: Lunch at ????.
Carpool contributions appreciated. $1.00 suggested
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) (13ppl)
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. 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. Dogs (and Masters) required to be ‘on-leash' (*most of the time). Small (lap)dogs may carpool. Large dogs will drive themselves.
Geriatrics are asked to bring their own BP cuffs.
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**