Tuesday, February 3, 2009

Jefferson Forest Closed

Until further notice, all trails in Jefferson Memorial Forest remain closed due to downed trees and debris from the ice storm that hit the area last week. Damage is heavy and will take some time to clear after all power is returned to the area of course.
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Saturday, December 27, 2008

Otter Creek Doubtful

Well, it looks doubtful that I will manage an Otter Creek hike before January 1st.

Why?

Well, the park is notoriously muddy, and we’ve had lots of rain, snow and ice over the last 2 weeks. Combine that with the fact that most trailheads have limited access and it makes for bad luck. And the forecast is for warm wet weather for a while longer.

On top of that, I might make a return to the Smokey Mountains for Wilderness Wildlife Week in Pigeon Forge next weekend.

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