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11 de Julio: Caminata en Dicks Creek Falls

 

Dicks Creek Falls es una caminata corta, de aproximadamente 2 millas de largo. Para esta caminata, nos reuniremos a las 10 de la mañana en el área de estacionamiento de Warwoman y compartiremos el automóvil hasta el comienzo del sendero. Desde allí, después de unos 2 millas, llegaremos a las cascadas. Aquí, podemos disfrutar de la increíble vista y disfrutar del sonido del agua. Luego regresamos y conducimos hasta Sandy Ford, donde disfrutaremos de un buen almuerzo proporcionado por nosotros, y nos daremos un buen baño en el río para refrescarnos.

ENG: Dicks Creek Falls is a short hike, about 2 miles long. For this hike, we will meet at 10 in the morning in the Warwoman Parking Area and carpool to the beginning of the trail. From there, after about 2 miles, we will reach the falls, which go into the scenic Chattooga river. Here, we can take in the amazing view of the falls and enjoy the sound of the water. Then we will head back and ride down to Sandy Ford, where we will enjoy a good lunch provided by us, and take a nice dip in the river to cool off.

March 19th Book Release for Bartram Trail Guide by Brent Martin

Come out to the Macon County Library on Tuesday, March 19th to get the first glimpse at Brent Martin’s new book: “A Hiker’s Guide to the Bartram National Recreation Trail in Georgia and North Carolina”.

This is a complete trail guide to the 112 mile long Bartram Trail and includes 30 maps and some of William Bartram’s watercolor illustrations. Brent captures the essence of the Bartram Trail through a cultural and natural history lens, while also providing detailed information on the twists and turns of the trail, all in a book that is light and convenient enough to carry in your backpack.

We hope you can make it to this event to share your enthusiasm for the Bartram Trail and the wild places of North Georgia and Western North Carolina. The event begins at 6:30pm on March 19th at the Macon County Library in Franklin, NC. Check out the links below for more information!

Book Information: https://ugapress.org/book/9781889596426/a-hikers-guide-to-the-bartram-national-recreation-trail-in-georgia-and-north-carolina/

Event information: https://fontanalib.org/events/walking-spring-new-guide-william-bartrams-trail

2024 Bartram Trail Conference in Franklin, NC!

We are thrilled to announce the upcoming 2024 Bartram Trail Conference! Join us at the historic Cowee School in Franklin, North Carolina, on May 31st and June 1st. Blue Ridge Bartram Trail Conservancy is hosting this year and promises to be an enriching experience for all attendees.

Registration is NOW OPEN!

2024 Bartram Trail Conference Registration

The Cowee School is nestled in the picturesque Cowee Historic District and just north of Franklin. For Bartramites, it holds significant historical value. It’s located in the area where the renowned naturalist William Bartram once lived with the Cherokee during his famous Travels. This setting provides the perfect backdrop for our conference, blending rich history with the beauty of the Little Tennessee River Valley.

As we finalize our conference schedule, we encourage you to mark these dates on your calendar. Stay tuned for more details, including a lineup of insightful speakers, engaging outings in the surrounding area, and information on accommodations. You can also find more information on our 2024 Bartram Trail Conference page.

Don’t miss this opportunity to explore the legacy of William Bartram and connect with fellow enthusiasts. Reconnect with friends from past events and experience the beauty and history of the Blue Ridge region.

Check out the program from 2023!

Discussion with Kelton Bailey: “Through paddling the Mississippi River, Source to Sea”

This Discussion with Kelton Bailey: “Through paddling the Mississippi River, Source to Sea” will be held at the Franklin Library on February 1 at 6:30pm. Brent Martin, Executive Director of the BRBTC, will spend time with Kelton to present anecdotes, facts, photos, and video about a different sort of epic journey through the beating heartland of the USA. There will be time dedicated to answering questions afterwards. This is a low-key event scheduled specifically to sate curiosity and answer local questions about a not-quite-local adventure.

Kelton Bailey lives in Franklin and recently solo kayak paddled the entire length of the Mississippi River. Kelton works at Outdoor76 in Franklin, is a professional outdoor leader and enthusiast who has spent nearly a decade leading rafting, canoeing, and hiking trips as nearby as the Nantahala River and as faraway as Minnesota’s Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness.

You can find photos from Kelton’s paddle trip on Instagram.

This is an absolute must-attend for anyone wondering where on earth the water in the Little Tennessee River goes after it wanders out of Franklin and Macon County.

This event is free and open to the public and hosted by the Blue Ridge Bartram Trail Conservancy (BRBTC). If you would like to make a donation to the Blue Ridge Bartram Trail Conservancy, click over and become a member with your contribution. We are a 100% donation and volunteer supported organization and your contribution will support more events like this one.

We hope to see you on the 1st!

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