Hiking the Great Smokies!

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Well, I learned last week that hiking is a great way to spend a beautiful day with friends and nature.  The photos above were taken last week while staying in Gatlinburg, TN.  A great place to visit and if you need a rental company, we recommend www.mountainchalets.com

I was pretty worried about the hike, for I felt unprepared physically.  However, my friends pushed me through it and it was quite wonderful.  A mile and three-quarters up/lunch/mile and three-quarters back down the mountain in a total of about 4 hours.  A great thing to do and a great place to visit!  This was Megan’s trail near the 441 National Ranger’s Station.  There’s a historical hunt and fish club that I’ll post some pictures and links later.

I realize that Gatlinburg is not in South Carolina; but, the mountains are!  marthacamera-309Here’s a picture of me on the way down.  The girls said, “This was my right of passage!”  Thanks, for a WOW time on the mountain trail, girls.  I’ll be back in March for another excursion.