Friday, June 13, 2008

Spontaneity: Hike The Bald June 21


Not playing in the Men's Member Guest next week? Here is a wonderful impromptu event for anyone not playing on Saturday.

Mark your calendars for Saturday, June 21 to join the legendary Wolf Pack Hikers on any one of four variable distance, various difficulty Big Bald Hikes. There is even an option to drive to the summit to meet for a picnic lunch where everyone can participate.

Reservations are required. Sign up sheets, departure times, (different for each hike), and full details are available in the Pro Shop, or call 828 680 9772.

Be in the Know: Essential Big Bald Links
It's a mystery why some summits in the Southern Appalachians are forested, while others, even with identical conditions, exist as "balds".

Big Bald: At 5,516 feet in elevation is the highest point of what mountain range? Link includes topographic and satellite maps.

Big Bald: "One of the best views of any peak on the trail". This is a nice page which explores in words and images, Big Bald and its surroundings. That would be all 2,150 miles of The Appalachian Trail, in the view of one through hiker.

Are You a Birder?: Impress your friends after reading this excellent page on the ornithological importance of The Bald.

Not been there? Check out this online photo album of "The Bald".

Filed Under: Updates: Legendary Wolf Pack Hikers

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