Tenting possibilities will remain at Overmountain Site.
See you on the trail,
mt squid
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Tenting possibilities will remain at Overmountain Site.
See you on the trail,
mt squid
I'll just say that some of the people who need to know, know and have visited the potential site. Right now in our area, there is a more pressing issue. The condition of Round Bald is a high...
The 1st site in the Bradley Gap video is not quite as favorable as the 2nd site, especially per the guidelines as set forth by ATC. Site #1 is already an established campsite and would likely remain...
This has potential: https://youtu.be/5zeDz9l86SI?si=_LcA1-wxhedLYHyb
See you on the trail,
mt squid
Probably not at the original site. That might be inviting the party crowd back.
I don't know about a vault toilet but I think we have at least a few years to figure out something. Presumably...
Nope. On the other side, near Bradley Gap.
See you on the trail,
mt squid
If you haven't already heard, The Barn aka Overmountain Shelter is gone: https://youtu.be/qfV4FX9ZE7A?si=9Wd9LsaNspeElUHD.
Tenting is still available at the site. The privy is still there. It is...
I haven't set up the 'Class of' spreadsheet because of diminishing interest over the last several years. At one time, we had over 600. Last year there were just 18 signed up. That is basically...
Only a few more days to make comments. 2/11 is the final day. So far 62 comments have been submitted. I've made some tally marks for specific comments found here:...
The virtual meeting went well. Presenters included USFS, ATC and TEHCC. It was more in-depth than the video but followed the same topics, including history, structural integrity, and the proposals....
Good comments everyone. The comment period is now open and may be made here: https://cara.fs2c.usda.gov/Public//CommentInput?Project=63432
Also don't forget the virtual meeting 1/25/23 at 7 pm.
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As many are aware, The Barn aka Overmountain Shelter has been closed for several years. It has been determined to be unsafe for occupancy. Basically, due to freeze/thaw cycles at this elevation, it...
Looks like I missed a couple of years. 2020 was COVID, of course. But I do have some stats from 2021 and this year.
3/26/21 - 4/4/21
436 hikers claiming to hike to Maine (129 started from...
It wasn't too bad. It came very close to the trail but didn't cross it. I reckon it is snowing up there now.
See you on the trail,
mt squid
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2022 is just around the corner. For those planning a long distance journey, it is almost time to lace up your hiking shoes! Covid still lingers, so be mindful:
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The spreadsheet is ready for viewing. Follow this link: https://www.whiteblaze.net/forum/2008/2021.htm The link is also available on the homepage. You can also find it from the left pane on...
2020 was a lost year for many hikers, hopefully 2021 will be better. Covid or not, who is hiking next year? (Covid is likely to still be around - be safe.)
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The spreadsheet is ready for viewing. Find it here: Class of 2020. You can also find it from the HomePage, left pane click on 'Appalachian Trail', then click on 'WhiteBlaze thru hikers (AT)', then...
This just came across Twitter: http://appalachiantrail.org/home/community/news/2019/09/04/overmountain-shelter-closed-until-further-notice-due-to-structural-damage
The Barn is closed until further...
Who is ready to go for a hike ... in 2020? Make it official now!
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any...
I believe elevation is a problem for the moldering privies. We typically just move this one every several years.
I missed our last Partnership meeting due to being down at Springer, but I don't...
Another good time down at Springer Mountain this year. Some stats:
354 hikers currently on their way to ME (104 started from FS42)
316 hikers hiking to destinations between GA and ME (152...
I would plan between 12-15 mpd. If you can do more per day then you might be able to shave off a day. If I recall I planned 8 days to get to Breck but did it in 7. If you haven't already, get the...
Over 50 on the spreadsheet, so far. I am sure everyone is busy making their preps. If you haven't found the spreadsheet yet, here it is: Class of 2019
You can also find it from the Homepage,...
We did some work on the retaining wall by the sleeping platforms. If I remember we added some logs.
I'll try to keep everyone updated as I learn things.
See you on the trail,
mt squid