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On Tuesday November 14th at 6:00 PM there will be a planning meeting of the Grace Church Hike Group at Brad’s Grill on Thompson Bridge Road. Come a little early to order so that we can start the meeting about 6:00. We will be reviewing our 2006 season, making suggestions as to what worked best and things that didn’t work for the group. One suggestion that has been made is to change the day of the monthly hike from the third Saturday to the Second Saturday. We will be voting on this proposed change at the meeting. If you are unable to attend the meeting please email or call me with your vote prior to November 10th and let me know how you feel regarding this change in days. Elizabeth Mavis has stepped down as our group leader as she has taken on being President of Daughters of the King. Marsha Conner and I have taken on the leadership role as co-leaders. Please bring your trail suggestions, as we will be planning our 2007 season. You no longer have to host/lead a month if you make a trail suggestion. Hosting / leading a month will be optional for those people who want to do so. If you have a trail you would like us to hike but don’t want to host or lead just give me the basic details and Marsha or I will plan and lead the trip. We hope that this will streamline things a little better and encourage more people to participate. If you have not been to the hike website yet, I keep a list with details of all our planned upcoming hikes. The site is slowly growing and changing as more information is added. It is accessible at www.LandersStudios.com/gechike. Remember also that you can post an email to gechike@googlegroups.com to send an email out to the hike group email list (you must be on the mailing list in order to post an email). This can be useful for times you are looking for a hiking partner. If you have other questions, concerns, comments that you would like us to consider if you will not be at the meeting please contact myself or Marsha Conner prior to November 10th so we may address your issues at the meeting. Jeremy PS: I’ll send out a reminder email closer to Nov. 14th November 18 Raven Cliff Falls Jeremy Landers Host See www.LandersStudios.com/gechike for details. December 16 Helen to Unicoi State Park Marsha Conner Host |
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| Additional Info For All Hikes Information provided by Marsha Conner ICE INFO (In Case Of Emergency) We are now carrying ICE cards with us for safety. The hike planner will be responsible for being sure these cards are on the trail. An index card with critical contact and medical data on each hiker will be available in case of emergencies. You are not required to participate in the ICE program, but should an emergency arise, this data would go with you for medical treatment and provide contact information for your relatives and medical information at the ER that should be known. Many of us have ICE phone numbers in our cell phones, but our cell phones may not work in some wilderness areas. WHAT TO CARRY 1. Daypack 2. Water/Fluid Supplies 3. Food/Snack Supplies 4. Cash and ID (ID should be on your person at all times) 5. Other Outdoor Supplies 1. Packs: a. Plan and pack for medical emergencies including blisters, bug bites, allergies, cuts, etc. b. At least one snake bite kit (Sawyer style) should be with the group (sold in most sporting goods depts). c. Weather change needs such as poncho, emergency blanket, cap, gloves, wind jacket, etc. d. Cell phone (in case it might work) and other items important to you for personal safety or comfort 2. Water/Fluid Supplies a. Plan on carrying a cooler with ice to keep food and fluids cold throughout the trip b. Carry enough fluid with you for the designated trail hike c. Do Not Drink Water From Streams - most mountain water is no longer safe to drink as they may contain protozoan imps and make you very sick 3. Food/Snack Supplies a. Short hikes may only require a light snack on the trail (1-2 miles) - plan accordingly b. Longer hikes usually require a moderate snack on the trail (3-4 miles) - plan accordingly c. Remember that your appetite is enhanced by being outdoors and doing physical activity 4. Cash and ID a. Carry bills in different increments especially "ones" for park entrance fees and incidentals - each person is responsible for their own fees and should share any group cost for parking and fuel b. For your safety, have your ID with you on the trails c. Do not leave valuables in your parked car which you cannot afford to have stolen! 5. Other Outdoor Supplies a. Camera and plenty of film b. Binoculars c. Sun hat d. Knife and compass e. Extra socks if prone to blisters f. Bug spray g. Sting relief especially if you are allergic to insect stings h. Hiking pole or sticks i. Sweat towel and/or bandana j. Large Pepper Spray (for animal attacks and personal protection) 6. Hunting Season Remember your Blaze Orange During Hunting Seasons. UPON RETURNING HOME 1. Critical - Shower and check your body - CAREFULLY - for ticks (if a tick has attached itself to your skin, do not crush its body while removing it, but lift it away from your skin and pull out by the legs - treat the area properly and watch for any redness - if redness appears seek medical attention promptly) 2. Clean and treat any wounded areas of your body - use ice for first 24-48 hours on joint/muscle injuries and heat as swelling subsides 3. Consider keeping a log of your hiking experiences and write your story in a journal while memories are fresh 4. Develop pictures and share copies with your hikers GENERAL GUIDELINES TO REMEMBER 1. Leave pets at home if hiking with a group 2. Keep groups on the trail to no more than 4-6 together 3. Walk single file in the middle of the trail 4. Step to the side of the trail as you go downhill to allow hikers going uphill to have the right of way 5. Do not wade with your boots on unless necessary Wet socks and shoes can create immediate blisters 6. Swift water can cause you to lose your footing in 6-12 inches of water so do not be fooled that you can wade without danger across a stream 7. Snakebites are a critical concern to hikers THINK before putting your hands and feet anywhere that might be a place of hiding for a snake: a. Step on the top of logs - not over them b. Use your hiking pole to check on the backside of logs and rocks before sitting down c. Stay on the trail where visibility is better 8. Read the many different theories on protection from bears and other wildlife - bears are most aggressive when protecting their cubs and stay near water and food sources frequently - bears do not "growl" but will make a "grunting" noise to let you know they see you when you may not see them - stop, back away slowly, and move back down the trail without hesitation - do not mistake a "grunting" noise for random woods noise on a trail as it may only be made one time to give you one chance to back away. Carry a large pepper spray. 9. Let members of your hiking group know your intentions in case you decide to return to the parking lot or leave for the day. 10. Remember that the GEC Open Hike each month will have a mixed skill level and cooperation as a team is needed. The monthly planner has volunteered to set up the hike and there may be slight differences with each hike. There is room for both the scenic hiker and the extreme hiker with good communication and proper planning. |
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