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Memorial Day weekend Hiking/Camping trip in the Smoky Mountains Friday out Mond

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When

Friday, May 23, 2008 at 4:00 PM 20080523T200000Z

Where

Smoky Mountains
107 Park Headquarters Road
Gatlinburg , TN 37738
(865)-436-1220

Expected Attendees

13 people — 11 Yes, 2 Maybe
There's still room for 4 more.

How to find the organizer(s)

"We will set up carpools among interested participants, probably leaving from N. Kentucky."
--Q Benedikt

Details

This is a trip to view the Smoky Mountains during the Spring wildflower season. The plan is to carpool out on Friday and return on Monday. We will be staying at Cades Cove the first night We plan on staying in Cades cove the first night and from there head into the back country, camping at a different location each night. The plan is to leave fairly early on Monday to get back at a reasonable hour. Interested but could use camping or backpacking supplies? Shoot an email because extras will likely be available. Expected is around six miles of hiking daily, give or take depending on the route chosen. Great weather usually is to be expected. Moderate hikes preferred. Meals will be shared, but an expected stop for carnivores is Sonys for the BEST BBQ! Originally I wrote that it might be possible to car camp and join in on hikes, but that probably won't be possible unless you are SUPERHIKER who also can hike in the dark. For details contact Jenn Davis @ jennifersdavis@hotmail.com. The number of participants is what is anticipated to fit in two vehicles.

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  • Kathy
    RSVP: Yes
    I have NEVER backpacked. I would enjoy setting up camp and just doing day hikes. Anyone interested?
    Kathy
    Posted May 9, 2:03 PM
  • kaiyu chen
    RSVP: Maybe
    How could we car camp if we car pool? Thanks.
    kaiyu chen
    Posted Apr 1, 12:44 PM
  • Chrystal Hauser
    RSVP: Yes
    Desiree- The beginner hikes are no fun. Just take a puff of an inhaler and do some of the hard ones- they are worth the view, i promise :)
    Chrystal Hauser
    Posted Mar 13, 6:04 AM
  • jeff smith
    RSVP: No
    I'm sure it will be a GREAT trip, however Memorial Day weekend won't work for me.
    jeff smith
    Posted Mar 3, 8:30 PM
  • Chrystal Hauser
    RSVP: Yes
    I know these mountains inside and out so let me know if you guys need any information on good campsites, good hikes (Chimney tops and Charlie's Bunion are so beautiful) :)
    Chrystal Hauser
    Posted Feb 25, 11:48 PM

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Who's coming

Yes (11)

  • Q Benedikt

  • Karen

    I'm saying yes since maybe isn't an option. I'd like to join the set up camp and day hike group. Anyone have a list of suggested equipment?

  • Kihm

  • Melissa Breck

  • Kathy

  • Patrick/Nvictus

  • Colin

    depending on work, but most likely will go

  • Aerosmith

    I'm interested in car camping on this one and joining the hikes. Anyone else taking that option?

  • Chrystal Hauser

    Hey Guys- Will have to meet up with you on Saturday late because I am going to the Grand Canyon for the week before this and won't get back til Midnight on Friday :)

  • Chris

  • Jenn Davis

Maybe (2)

  • Stephanie

  • Mike DeMarsh

    After my 200 mile adventure ending at Newfound Gap in the Smokies on 4/25, I will have either had enough for a while or will be dying to get back out there. With Q there, I might need to help with a sense of direction :-)

No (55)