The gravel crunches beneath our boots as we step onto the familiar trail. Red blazes lead the way to the New Manchester Mill Ruins on Sweetwater Creek. “Why do we go back to the sameContinue reading
Tag: Hiking
Hiking Little Kennesaw Mountain Trail in Metro Atlanta Georgia
Pigeon Hill Trail / Little Kennesaw Mountain Trail Hike This out-and-back hike that combines a short portion of Pigeon Hill Trail with Little Kennesaw Mountain Trail is approximately 2-2.5 miles. Beginning on the Pigeon Hill Trail at BurntContinue reading
Georgia Events for National Trails Day, June 6 2015
American Hiking Society encourages everyone to celebrate National Trails Day 2015 on June 6. This annual event brings together beginning and expert hikers, naturalists, trail crews, and volunteers of all ages at trail networks acrossContinue reading
Things to do outdoors in Georgia May 2015
May is an exciting month with Mother’s Day, Kids To Parks Day, Memorial Day and warm weather! Remember that some of the events require registration through parks or other venues. The links will lead youContinue reading
Georgia Outdoor Activities and Fun, April 2015
Spring is finally filling Georgia’s forests with warm air and wildflowers. Georgians are already hanging up their coats and putting on shorts. Lots of events on the calendar as we observe Easter, enjoy Spring Break and celebrate theContinue reading
Georgia Outdoor Activities and Fun, March 2015
Spring is in the air and I want to make sure you get outside and explore Georgia. With the warmer weather moving in, Georgia outdoor recreation is blooming! There is no shortage of fun activitiesContinue reading
Five fantastic trail mix recipes
On the fifth day of Christmas, I’m sharing some fantastic trail mix recipes. Walk in Winter Trail Mix Recipe Mix together: Granola Clusters Coconut Shreds Dried Cranberries White Chocolate Chips Holiday Trail Mix Recipe MixContinue reading
Fantastic Fall Hikes Near Atlanta: Sawnee Mountain Preserve
Sawnee Mountain Preserve, in Cumming, is a great place to explore with the kids. Named for a local Cherokee Indian, Sawnee, you’ll find an historically sacred space on the Indian Seats Trail. The forest settingContinue reading
Fantastic Fall Hikes near Atlanta: Pine Mountain West Trail
This photo from our first hike to the summit overlook at Pine Mountain Recreation Area tells why I’m adding it to the series: Fantastic Fall Hikes near Atlanta. Winding through the woods to the highest pointContinue reading