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BMTA normally schedules four or five hikes per month, some “leisure” hikes that are shorter and easier and some 5 to 8 miles and of moderate difficulty. In addition, we have occasional backpacking hikes and more difficult ones that might be called “hardy hikes.” Occasionally we co-sponsor hikes with other organizations. Some, but not all, of our hikes are “dog friendly.” Although more hikes are in Georgia than the other states, you will find hikes in all three BMT states: Georgia, North Carolina, and Tennessee.

*Please refer to: BMTA COVID-19 Hiker Guidelines and Hiker Guidelines.

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March 14, 2026, GA Maintenance Trip

When:  Saturday, March 14, 2026
Where:  Sections 3a-b-c — Hwy 60 >> Skeenah Gap
Meeting Location & Time:  8:30 AM – Friendship Baptist Church

Friendship Baptist Church

Plan for the Day:  Trail preparation for the Georgia Death March trail run. The section will be scouted next week to identify areas needing lopping, water diversions, brushing and blowdowns. Tools will be provided at Friendship Church parking lot.

Crew 1:  Skeenah Gap to Duncan Ridge Trail intersection
Crew 2:  Drive in from the church on Wildcat Road. Then a half-mile bushwhack to the trail work proceeding north to Duncan Ridge and South to Wallalah.
Crew 3:  Hwy 60 NB to Wallalah Overlook

Crew Leaders will be assigned as they become available.

What to Bring/What to Wear:  Water, food/snacks, gloves, long pants and boots with non-slip soles.

Watch for additional information in emails and on the BMTA website!

To RSVP, Contact

Georgia Maintenance Director, bmtagamaintdirector@bmta.org

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