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Interested in taking a short, long, or somewhere in the middle length hike in western North Carolina? Everything from a quick (3-4 hour) hike to a full day of hiking. Check us out and experience the pristine and amazing wilderness of western North Carolina!!!
Everyone is welcome to the group, beginner or expert, 2 legs or 4 (depending on the hike organizer and the location), young and old. Please note that, while the group is open to everyone, not all hikes are appropriate for everyone. Hike organizers reserve the right to limit the hike size and screen potential participants to ensure their own safety and that of others in the group. Hike organizers will also try to post as much information as possible about the hike, however since there are so many trails in the area, we have not always hiked them before and are sometimes relying on published or posted information.
The fee for this meetup group is paid for by the Organizer. Contact the organizer, Tracey, if you would like to donate to the meetup fees. Please remember that our hike leaders are volunteers. We are doing this because we enjoy hiking, and want everyone else to enjoy it too.
Suggestions are GREATLY appreciated! So, come on in, interact, enjoy yourself, and we'll see you on the trail!
Upcoming events
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Scenic AVL #3: Kennilworth
Harvest House, 205 Kenilworth Road, Asheville, NC, USThis route includes the Kenilworth neighborhood and the historically diverse South Asheville neighborhood. We will stop at a historic church and cemetery, as well as Kenilworth Park and Chiles House. We will go up Reservoir Rd to take in the view and get a workout.
Oct 28 - there should be good Halloween decorations on the way up to Reservoir road. If all goes according to plan, there will be at least one badge awarded.
Rating: Moderate
Distance: 5 miles
Pace: 3.2 mph
Elevation: 670 feet
Surface: Road
Type: Butterfly Loop
Gear: 2L water, snack, poles for the climb
Features: Neighborhood charm Kenilworth, a little history, and views from the top. Not likely to see bears.
Dogs: On leash.
Cautions: Maintain normal traffic awareness.
Route: Kenilworth to Reservoir Rd .Running late - go to the Chil's house https://maps.app.goo.gl/yreuhyktmjmamPT77
Scenic Asheville Series: There are 9 hikes in the series; hike them all and receive an attractive badge for your backpack.
Badge Holders are always welcome on all hikes, even if you are on the waitlist.On-Time Departure
I typically have 1 or 2 no-shows on my hikes, so we don't wait for people to arrive. If you are late, you'll be left behind- If you no-show 2 times without changing your RSVP and/or contacting the hike leader, you may be blocked from the group.
- Please note that there is never cell coverage at the start of the hike, so please change your RSVP as soon as you know you can't make it.
- Notes and comments are genuinely appreciated.
Guests: Please ask guests to sign up for the hike themselves.
Disclaimer and Release of Liability:
This activity involves hiking on city streets that may have traffic. Participants are responsible for their safety on streets and trails. The organizer of this trip is a volunteer and not a professional guide. The function of the organizer is only to organize this trip. If you sign up or participate in this event you acknowledge that you freely and voluntarily agree to assume all risks of injuries, illnesses, and damages arising from, as a result of, and associated with this event. In addition, you acknowledge that you agree to the Meetup terms: https://www.meetup.com/terms21 attendees
Folk Art Ctr. - Lunch Rock, 5 mi. 800ft. Elev. Gain
Southern Highland Craft Guild, Folk Art Center, 382 Blue Rdg Pkwy, Asheville, NC, US[Sign-up opens Sunday, October 26th, 8:00 PM]
This is an out-and-back hike on the Mountains-to-Sea Trail. Looking past the hurricane damage, there's the usual wooded beauty we've come to expect. As a bonus, this one's capped off with a lovely view at the turnaround point. Nearly all the elevation gain is in the first half of the trek -- not advisable unless you know you can handle an 800-ft climb spread across two miles. Difficulty level 3.5 out of 10 on my highly subjective scale.
We'll keep a humane pace on the uphill, take a 15-minute snack break at the vista point midway, and then head back for an easy downhill return.
Dogs are welcome but must be leashed according to Forest Service regulations.
MEETING TIME & DIRECTIONS
We'll convene by 9:00 AM at the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway. The entrance road is near Milepost 383.
On Google Maps: https://goo.gl/maps/85AQ8VhC1pByMCSC8
You'll pass the front of the building on your right. Keep going to the second parking area furthest from the building. Look for me and my car -- a silver Hyundai.
We'll set out by 9:05.
COURTESY TO WAIT-LISTERS (Please!)
Only sign up if you *truly* plan to come. If you must cancel, please change your status to "Not Going" as soon as possible so wait-listers will have sufficient notice. (The same goes if you're on the waitlist and know you can't attend. Please change to "Not Going.") And please please PLEASE don't be a no-show.
WEATHER
I'll watch the weather and post a cancellation message by 7:30 AM if the forecast is >50% chance of precipitation.
GUESTS
If you'd like to bring a guest, please have them join the Asheville Hiking Group and sign up for the hike on their own.
LEGALESE
This Asheville Hiking Group event involves hiking and, possibly, transportation to and from the meetup site. Participants are responsible for their own safety and affirm that they have the appropriate skills, physical conditioning, equipment, and supplies. Hiking may involve risks to oneself and property. Neither your hike organizer nor Asheville Hiking Group can assure your safety nor eliminate all risks. Participants assume full responsibility for any injuries, damages, or losses.
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Past events
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