Month: October 2015

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November Newsletter Posted

Tennessee Eastman Hiking and Canoeing Club, Members, and Friends: The November TEHCC “Hiking and Paddling News” has been completed by our illustrious editors and posted to our website. If you don’t read this month’s newsletter, you’ll miss out on a lot of good information!

  • Two weeks from a “something different” Fall EXPO – a day of hiking, paddling, chili, gear talk, and more!
  • Updates on work for the Trail Wiki
  • Trail Wiki Feature of the Month – Rogers Ridge Horse Trail
  • A new two person rental tent
  • …and more!
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Hike: Warriors Path – Boneyard Nov 6th

Meet at the Warriors Path Mountain Bike Trail Head to hike this 3 mile trail. View trail wiki for trail head and information, [[Boneyard]]. This hike will include children and will move at a suitable pace for them. Contact hike leader Carrie Schaefer to let her know to look for you, carrie@tehcc.org

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Fall EXPO 2015

It’s coming, our FALL EXPO November 14th. A day of hiking, gear, chili, learning, and fellowship. Come for one thing, come for all. It’s your choice.

Reservations not required in advance, but appreciated for planning purposes. Paid reservations only required for those wishing to partake in the members’ provided chili and club provided desserts, tea, and sides. All others are welcome and encouraged to attend any and all other events of their liking at NO COST!
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Persistent Bear Encountered at Double Springs Shelter

A bear was encountered at [[Shelter:Double Springs|Double Springs Shelter]]. While it showed no signs of aggression, when hikers arrived it did not immediately leave the area. As always, use common sense when you encounter a bear. Most importantly, just because you think you’re a safe distance away, it doesn’t mean that the bear agrees.

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Pinnacle Mountain Fire Tower Hike Rain Delay

The [[Pinnacle Mountain Fire Tower]] hike originally scheduled for October 3rd, has been moved two weeks to the 17th on due to rain. This may suit the hike better giving the trees to probably be at peak color. If you’re interested in attending this hike contact hike leader Tim Schaefer, 423-302-0846.