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April 2, 2023: Sound Bowl Meditation at Osage Overlook

Please join us for a unique, immersive, sound bath meditation. Enjoy the sounds of nature as well as the soft sounds of crystal singing bowls being played. Bring something comfy to sit on such as a small blanket, towel, or yoga mat. Feel free to bring a journal, art supplies, etc., in case you feel inclined to write or artistically express yourself during meditation.

We’re looking forward to this special event that will be led by Erin Hadjidakis. Erin is a board member with the Blue Ridge Bartram Trail Conservancy and a Park Ranger at Tallulah Gorge State Park.

Participants will meet at the Osage Overlook parking lot at 4pm. The session will last roughly 1 hour before folks hike back to the Overlook. This is a lovely location near Overflow Creek, thought by experts to be a location William Bartam described in his Travel’s.

Please RSVP below to assist with planning.

March 8th, 2023: International Women’s Day Hike at Warwoman Dell

Please join Erin Hadjidakis for a hike and discussion at Warwoman Dell to celebrate International Women’s Day. Erin is a board member with the Blue Ridge Bartram Trail Conservancy and works as a Park Ranger at Tallulah Gorge State Park.

We will talk about the history of International Women’s Day, the women of Warwoman Dell, and other key women who have made an impact in our North Georgia region. We’ll chat and share some time together as we hike around Warwoman Dell then to Becky Branch falls. This is a short and relatively easy hike. If you have a special connection to Warwoman Dell or the region, we’d love to hear your story as well!

The event will start at 4:00 pm and wrap up about 5:30 pm. Please meet at the parking area at the end near the large picnic pavilion.

Please RSVP below to help with planning this event.

February 28th, 2023: Trailhead Tuesday

This is a program for those looking to get involved but with limited time. We will meet in the early afternoon to divide and conquer some minor clean up and trail head maintenance. We’re looking for folks to visit a set of selected trail heads to re-stock Bartram Trail information cards, complete a trail head condition report, pick up any trash in the area, and chat with hikers as they start their day hike.

We’ll supply everything you need for the day. Although we suggest you bring your own gloves, a hat, sunscreen, and a positive attitude.

We’ll meet at 1pm in the church parking lot across from Lazy Hiker Brewing in Franklin, NC. At 3pm, we’ll regroup to share our accomplishments over a cold beverage.

Please RSVP to help with planning for this event:

February 17th, 2023: Third Friday Workday

Location and more details to follow. We will likely focus this workday on a North Carolina section of the Bartram Trail.

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. 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!

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