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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.

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November 9, 2024 GA Maintenance Trip

When:  Saturday, November 9, 2024
Where: Sections 9a, 10c-d
Time:  8:30 AM
Meeting Location:  Home Depot – Consolidate vehicles at Home Depot and drive to Watson Gap.

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Parking:  Watson Gap

https://www.google.com/maps/search/BMT+watson+gap+trailhead/@34.9078558,-84.5200859,1647m/data=!3m1!1e3?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI0MTAyMy4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D

Plan for the Day:

  • Section 9a – Improve 30 water diversions.
  • Section 10c-d – Five crosscut blowdowns. Swing blade and lop four miles of trail (up to 11 miles round trip).

What to Bring/What to Wear:  Water, food/snacks, gloves, long pants and boots with non-slip soles. Bring safety glasses, hard hats and hand tools if you have them. PPE will be provided for those without.

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

To RSVP Contact:

Joe Cantwell, jcantwell@bmta.org

You also can register online below.

RSVP GA Maintenance Trip November 9, 2024

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Nov 09 2024

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