Devils Breakfast Table 8.24.2024

 This Saturday morning, 4 hikers met at the Peavine Road trailhead near Crab Orchard, TN.  Due to a mix-up in the trail location, some hikers, who had planned to join us, found an alternate hike. The morning started out cool, about 65 degrees but warmed up quickly to upper 80’s. This was a very well-maintained trail with lots of casual ups and downs.  It was exciting to see what the next horizon would bring.  Plenty of rocky cliffs to view, a few footbridges to cross, and the sights of Daddy’s Creek below. Little or no water in the creek to enjoy, however.  The group stopped at the midway point and enjoyed lunch by Daddy’s Creek before proceeding back by retracing our steps to the main trailhead. Highly recommend this hike for a casual, moderate hike.  It will push you a little but nothing extreme.  Total distance was almost 8 miles with 1,100’ elevation gain. Submitted by: Tim Booth.  I enjoyed the hike with fellow Scenic City members: Rita Wilpers & Molly Mulloy

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If a tomato is actually a fruit, doesn't that make ketchup a jam?  

Savage Gulf 8.20.2024

 This Tuesday morning, 17 hikers met bright & early at this trail in Savage Gulf State Park (East trailhead).   It was an awesome morning for hiking as the temperature cooled to around 65 degrees upon arrival, with lower humidity, lots of sunshine and slight breeze.  Many said it was a perfect day for hiking and couldn’t have been any better.   This hike was rated “easy” with little elevation gain.  It does have some areas that are rocky and lots of roots but otherwise an enjoyable stroll thru the woods.  The group did get to experience a couple swinging bridges that we crossed four times (going in & out).  A few on the hike and never had this experience, so that was fun.  Some hikers like them better than others.  A couple of views of Savage Falls was enjoyed but water was only a trickle.  Views and snacks were also enjoyed at Rattlesnake Point Overlook.  No sightings of any rattlesnakes on this expedition, though!  Total hike was a little over 5 miles with 480’ elevation gain. Hikers included TTA Scenic City members: Tim Booth (hike leader), Bonnie Norton, Jean Smith, Randy Medley, Dave Graham, Rita Wilpers, Earl Helmer, Betsy Darken, Dorothy Hill, Tom McElhone, Roy & Marti Owensby, Julie Roberts, Tammy Hendrick, Gerry Honeck, Sandra Wenden, & Robin King.

 If you would like to see some photos taken during this hike including maps and altitude graph, click here.  

Ducks have feathers to cover their butt quacks.

Harrison Bay S.P. 8.17.2024

 I do not have a write-up for this hike, but it was a very nice day for being in the woods.  

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Insect puns really bug me!

Booker T. Washington S. P 8.13.2024

 It was a little warm today, but since this hike was almost all in the woods it wasn't so bad.  Everyone enjoyed this easy gentle hike by the lake.  

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My new stairlift is just driving me up the wall!

Signal Point to Edwards Point 8.10.2024

 A short but tough hike from Signal Point Park to Edwards Point – about 6 miles with an elevation gain of 988 feet. The multitude of rocks and boulders kept our pace slow and steady. Many downed trees challenged our way. Even the swinging bridge over Middle Creek was a little sketchy and creaky. Edwards Point overlook was spectacular with the Tennessee River flowing from Chattanooga into the gorge.

After lunch we retraced our steps, with some hikers taking the shortcut on the Rainbow Lake trail and others returned on the Signal Point trail. Great hike!

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Did you hear about the poor little girl injured in the Peek-a-Boo accident?  She was taken to the ICU!