Highlands "Unlikely" Hikers November Hike
Friday November 9th at 1:30pm Pine Mountain East Loop, Cartersville, GA Bring plenty of water and a light snack Meet at the East Loop Trailhead on State Hwy 20 Spur (294) between 1:15 and 1:30 We will hike the East Loop to the East Pass then up to the Summit Overlook and back down the pass to finish the loop for a total of 2.71 miles. Note: This trail can get moderately steep and rocky in some areas. To join the hike contact Andrea Mathis [email protected] Map of Trail and directions: http://www.cityofcartersville.org/DocumentCenter/View/570/Pine-Mountain-Trail-Map?bidId= *** A signed USG waiver is required before participating. *** If you plan to attend and do not have a waiver on file please fill out one and submit to Alexander Moon in HR either electronically [email protected] or via inner office mail The wavier can be downloaded here : https://ghcinform.highlands.edu/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/USG-Fitness-Program-Waiver-03.24.2016.docx
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Highlands Unlikely Hikers – October Hike – easy to moderate
Friday October 19 at 1:30pm Berry College Mountain Campus – Hike to the house of dreams (5 miles total) rated easy (gravel road/path) to moderate ( steep inclines at times). More info to come on where to meet and other logistics closer to hike date. Berry Trail Map https://www.berry.edu/uploadedFiles/Website/President/PR_Marketing/Campus_Recreation/_Assets/Documents/HikingRunning.pdf Upcoming Hikes November – Moderate to strenuous hike in Bartow County, Pine Mountain East Loop – 3.34 total from trailhead to summit overlook. Tentatively set for Friday November 9th at 1:30pm https://www.cityofcartersville.org/DocumentCenter/View/1435/Pine-Mountain-and-Coopers-Furnace-Trail?bidId= December – Tentatively December 7th Location to be determined. To join the hike contact Andrea Mathis - [email protected] *** A signed USG waiver is required before participating. *** The wavier can be downloaded here : https://ghcinform.highlands.edu/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/USG-Fitness-Program-Waiver-03.24.2016.docx Marla Means [left] and Andrea Mathis [right] had a blast at Red Top Mountain last Friday! They hiked the Sweet Gum Trail and submitted these pictures of the scenery. Be on the lookout for an invitation to the next Unlikely Hikers hike!
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Friday September 28, 2018 1:30 pm @ Red Top Mountain State Park – Cartersville, GA (note: $5 parking fee) WHERE: Sweetgum Lodge Loop Trail 3.5 miles rated moderate. Meet at the visitors center parking lot between 1:15 and 1:30pm. WHAT: Bring water, a light snack, and wear appropriate shoes and clothing for the weather WHO: To join the hike contact Andrea Mathis - [email protected] EXTRA: *** A signed USG waiver is required before participating. *** The wavier can be downloaded here : https://ghcinform.highlands.edu/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/USG-Fitness-Program-Waiver-03.24.2016.docx Trail Map - https://gastateparks.org/sites/default/files/parks/pdf/trailmaps/RedTopMountain_TrailMap.pdf What is Highlands “Unlikely” Hikers?
GHC employees looking to promote being in nature while lightly challenging our bodies and reinforcing that hiking is an activity open to anyone. Monthly hikes are scheduled for Friday afternoons and are slower paced with plenty of rest breaks on trails rated easy to moderate in Floyd and Bartow counties. To join a hike contact Andrea Mathis - [email protected] *** A signed USG waiver is required before participating. *** The wavier can be downloaded here : https://ghcinform.highlands.edu/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/USG-Fitness-Program-Waiver-03.24.2016.docx WE HOPE YOU CAN JOIN US! Highlands Unlikely Hikers found a cool way to beat the heat! They hiked Red Top Mountain around the lake and through the shady woods!
Pictured (L-R) are: Mary Ann Sailors, Lisa Garrett, Andrea Mathis (faithful leader of the Unlikely Hikers) and Anna Daniels. Watch for information on upcoming hikes (June and July), or contact Andrea Mathis so you, too, can join in the adventure. To join the hike, contact Andrea Mathis - [email protected] *** A signed USG waiver, is required before participating. *** May Hike Friday May 11th 1:30 pm Redtop Mountain State Park Cartersville GA (note: $5 parking fee) Meet at the old park office, 50 Lodge Road We can try to coordinate carpooling when it gets closer to the date Bring plenty of water and a light snack. Wear trail friendly closed toed shoes and dress appropriately for the weather This was the April 6 hike from the old mail to the reservoir and back!
Pictured is Christina Wolf, Brig Kerce, Anna Daniels and Andrea Mathis. To join the Unlikely Hikers group, please email [email protected] Unlikely Hikers would like to know more information about what kind of hikes you are comfortable with so that they can better plan hikes to meet your needs! 2 Minute Survey - CLICK HERE!
I found that the fresh start challenge though the GHC Well Being site gives you points for a ton of stuff including exercise, healthy eating, and even being outside and meditation. Attached are photos of what it will allow you to track and give you points for. |