Eco-Tour | South Mountains State Park | Mar. 7, 2020

Trails:

• Half Day
  • High Shoals Falls Loop (2.7 miles)
    • Labeled “Strenuous” due to over 100 steps to the waterfalls and to get above them, the remainder of the hike is moderate hill climbing with downhill.
  • Full Day
    • High Shoals Falls Loop + Chestnut Knob Trail (about 7.9 miles)
      • In addition to the first hike, Chestnut Knob Trail is “Strenuous” due to switch backs to gain a lot of grounds and then, steady uphill hiking.

Special Highlight: Long Distance backpacking professional, Ryan Berry, will describe how to prepare for your own long-distance backpacking experience and help with fitting your pack.

Lunch provided! A typical backpackers’ light lunch: Tortillas, peanut butter, honey, snack bars, cheddar cheese, and backpacking salami.
*Food Allergies* – Please bring yourself food that is safe for you!

Need to bring:

• Small backpack
• Water bottle
• Snacks
• Appropriate clothing for the weather
  • Always bring a rain jacket and an extra layer
• Hiking shoes/boots
  • No sandals/flip flops/crocs, etc.
• Any Medication you require (epi-pen, inhaler, etc.)
• Hiking stick (optional)

Optional: Bring your multi-day pack and materials (tent, sleeping bag, etc.) if you want to train.