Piney Creek Falls 12.13.14

There were six people on todays hike.  As you can see from the dress, it was a rather cool day.  It was especially cool and wet around the falls.  The group explored both the upper and lower falls and actually went behind the 70 foot falls.  To get to the bottom, they had to cross the creek and climb down using a rope for support.  It was a great hike and enjoyed by all.  I would rate the hike as strenuous, but I don't know the distance.  For a bunch of photos, click here or on the Piney Creek tab above.  Thanks to John and George for all the great pictures.

Raccoon Mountain 12.9.14

12.9.14    This description is a little confused since I'm not entirely sure of where the hike was.  I think it was Raccoon Mtn and if it was not I hope someone will correct me.  I am told that everyone had a great hike even though the hike leader lead everyone astray and they hiked several miles further than the planned four miles.  There were 13 hikers today on this moderate hike.  If you would like to see a few pictures please click here or on the Raccoon eMtn. tab above.

Roaring Creek 12.6.14

12.6.14  On this hike there were only two hikers?  Where was everybody?  Maybe they realized that the weather was poor and this would be a strenuous hike!  The day was very damp with a few  light showers and quite a bit of fog.  The pair hiked from the trail head to Gilbreak Creek and returned.  The total distance was 9.3 miles at a pretty quick clip.  They did not cross the creek because of high water and slippery creek boulders.  By the time they returned to the bluff the air had cleared and they had a beautiful view of the valleys and lake below.  To see a few pictures click here or on the Roaring Creek tab above.

Craven's House 12.2.14

12.2.14    Twelve hikers braved this cool day with light rain.  The hike was only four miles and I think most of the hikers enjoyed the meal afterwards at the Mount Vernon.  If you would like to see a couple of pictures, click here .

Heiss Mtn. to Soddy Daisy 11.29.14

11.29.14    This hike was from Heiss Mtn. to Soddy Daisy City Park for a distance of 6 miles.  Originally the hike was scheduled for 12 miles, but because of football games it was shortened.  This was still a strenuous hike and there was ice along the bluff that you can see in the pictures.  Everyone enjoyed the hike and got home in time for the games.  If you would like to see a bunch of pictures click here or on the Heiss Mtn. to Soddy Daisy tab above.