Blue Ridge Bartram Trail Conservancy

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February 23rd Walking With Bartram – Russell Bridge to Sandy Ford Round 1

Join us for the 3rd round of our Walking with Bartram series hikes. We’re starting all over again in North Georgia, at Russell Bridge/HWY 28 at the South Carolina state line. We’ll work our way through this first section to Sandy Ford Gap.

Last year, these hikes were really popular, we’re so appreciative of the enthusiasm and interest in them! Be sure to RSVP below to help us with planning. Also, if you would like to lead a hike, let us know.

This 9.5 mile section will take us along sections of the scenic Chattooga River.

We’ll meet at the Russell Bridge trail head at 9AM to get shuttle cars ready. Since there’s limited space at Sandy Ford, we’ll shuttle there and walk back to Russell Bridge.

Due to higher demand, we will have 2 of these events. The second hike takes place on February 29th. Please RSVP below to help with planning for this hike. For any other questions, directions and more details, feel free to reach out directly.

February 16th Third Friday Workday

Please consider joining us for our February 16th, Third Friday Workday from 9am to 3pm. We’ll meet at Warwoman Dell and are planning to work between Wilson Gap and Courthouse Gap. We’ll figure out shuttling and get everyone to the trailhead and back to Warwoman Dell by 3pm.

Please bring work gloves, good boots, plenty of water, lunch, any meds you might need and esprit de corps.

If you’re new to trail maintenance or just want to learn more, you can find more information here on our site.

Trail Maintenance Basics

Don’t be shy, we’ll provide everything you need to enjoy your day while making a huge impact for future enjoyment of the Bartram Trail. The hard work of our volunteers is what keeps the 110 miles of trails open and usable all year long.

Please RSVP so we can plan the work and tool requirements.

Thank you for your volunteerism!

February 10th Second Saturday Workday

Join us this Saturday, February 10th, for our second Saturday trail workday!

We’ll meet at Osage Overlook at 9:00am. We will work from Osage to Tessentee. If we have a third sawyer crew we will also have a crew work NOBO from Tessentee.

If anyone has a GPS unit and is interested in in helping build a database of trail maintenance issues/resolutions, please bring your GPS.

Note that the weather is forecasted a little iffy. If the workday is canceled or delayed we will send out notice to those registered by 6:00am Saturday.

Please bring work gloves, good boots, plenty of water, lunch, any meds you might need and esprit de corps.

If you’re new to trail maintenance or just want to learn more, you can find more information here on our site.

Trail Maintenance Basics

Don’t be shy, we’ll provide everything you need to enjoy your day while making a huge impact for future enjoyment of the Bartram Trail. The hard work of our volunteers is what keeps the 110 miles of trails open and usable all year long.

Please RSVP so we can plan the work and tool requirements.

Thank you for your volunteerism!

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!

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