Thursday, March 24, 2011

Take a Hike in the Great Smoky Mountains

April 2 the Friends of the Smokies will host a hike on the Smokemont Loop Trail amid early spring wildflowers and intriguing historic remnants.  Hiking enthusiast and author Danny Bernstein (Hiking North Carolina’s Blue Ridge Heritage), will lead this 6.2 miles hike that is moderate in difficulty and has a total
elevation gain/descent of 1,400/1,400 ft.

Fresh air, rushing waters and stunning vistas – it’s Spring and time to get out into our backyard national treasure, the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Join Friends of the Smokies as we hike amidst early spring wildflowers and intriguing historic remnants on the Smokemont Loop trail.

The group will depart from Asheville at 8:30am and Maggie Valley at 9:00am, returning to Asheville by 5:30pm. Exact meeting locations specified upon registration. A donation of $15 is requested to benefit the Smokies. Space is limited. Contact Friends of the Smokies to register for the Smokemont Loop hike: grtsmoky@bellsouth.net or 828-452-0720.

The Friends of Great Smoky Mountains National Park is a not-for-profit organization supporting educational programs, historic preservation projects, conservation of natural and cultural resources, and wildlife research and protection in the Smokies. Specific information about helping to maintain and improve these special trails can be found at www.SmokiesTrailsForever.org.

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