hiking
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Opossum Creek Falls Trail
The Opossum Creek Falls Trail in northwestern South Carolina is a beautiful, quiet hike featuring a sandy beach and a secluded waterfall.
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On Snake Bite Kits
Here in Northeast Georgia, it is not uncommon to see snakes. I have seen black snakes, ring-necked snakes, red bellied snakes, Northern water snakes, and other non-venomous varieties of this creature – both on trail and off. Of the venomous varieties, rattlesnakes and copperheads are the most common here in the mountains. I have yet…
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On Testing Gear
I recently watched this video by Dixie of Homemade Wanderlust. Dixie began backpacking several years ago with an AT thru-hike. Since then, she has gone on to complete the Triple Crown as well as many other trails in the US and abroad. She is quite a celebrity in the thru-hiking community. Even with all those accomplishments she…
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Panther Creek Falls
The Panther Creek Falls Trail is a popular swimming/camping/hiking spot in Northeast Georgia – for good reason.
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Mount Yonah Trail
The Mount Yonah Trail is among the most iconic trails in Northeast Georgia. The mountain’s unique profile is easily recognizable from miles away. The hiker who accepts the physical challenge of traversing to the top is rewarded with amazing views. Details: Journal: From the sunny parking lot, the shaded trail is a welcome relief. However…
