| 23 |
March |
2010 |
1 Maintainer |
John Calhoun |
Leeds, Al |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
|
In to clean up this place, clear blow downs, and enjoy a nice spring day - Finally
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| 23 |
March |
2010 |
1 Hiker |
Mark R |
- |
Overnight |
Pinhoti Trail |
|
Must have missed you, John. Came into camp @ 3:00pm. Place looks good. Wondering what happened to the hatchet I left here last season!
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| 24 |
March |
2010 |
1 Hiker |
Burt, Andrew W |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
|
It's been 20 odd years since I've seen these woods! Ain't changed much. Lake still looks the same? Or I'm just old, who knows? Keep this place clean and neat for all who pass this way to enjoy! Keep your laces tight and a smile on your face and enjoy the outdoors.
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| 27 |
March |
2010 |
1 Hiker |
True, Tim, Irish |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
Saturday. Beautiful day. Just taking a break. I don't know how far 'til camp. The trail has been well maintained. I think I passed only 1 blowdown. ☮ & ♡
Good to see ya again. OXOX to you → Mother Nature's Son
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| 28 |
March |
2010 |
1 Hiker |
Dexter, Kyle, Mike |
- |
3 Days |
Pinhoti Trail |
|
Sunday. Dexter here with my buddy Kyle and his uncle Mike. We made perfect time to the shelter from a quick rain. I'm writing, Kyle is reading. Mike is crying about his blisters! This is day 3 of our trip. It's the first time I've been hiking since I was a kid. I LOVE it!! Anyways be safe and God Speed.
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| 31 |
March |
2010 |
1 Hiker |
Jimmy |
- |
4 Days |
Pinhoti Trail |
|
This is my last 4 day hike. I am getting too old. I have hiked for helping me. I will go National Forest for other things. Thanks a lot for the Pinhoti.
|
| 2 |
April |
2010 |
14 Hikes |
Pinhoti Posse |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
|
Brought the whole crew this trip. Short hike from Burns Trailhead with kids. It's a wonderful warm night for this time of year. We are fourteen people in all with several first timers. This is a beautiful site with a nice shelter. We thank God for this beautiful place and these people. Amen. God Bless.
|
| 10 |
April |
2010 |
3 Hikers |
Eric, Erica, Lucas J |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
|
Short hike from Burns Trailhead to Choccolocco Shelter, but for a 6 year old and a 3 year old this is paradise. We are trying to section hike the Alabama Pinhoti. Enjoy the pink & purple flowers. Many thanks and God Bless.
|
| 11 |
April |
2010 |
1 Hiker |
Ryan |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
|
Stopped for lunch. Nice shelter! Too bad people don't take care of it and leave their plastic cheap mattresses / swim toys.
|
| 13 |
April |
2010 |
1 Maintainer |
John Calhoun |
Leeds, Al |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
|
In for another short work trip. I cleared about 6 dead pine blowdowns between the dam and the switchback down to the creek. Hope all the hikers enjoy the Pinhoti. Probably won't be back until fall.
|
| 14 |
April |
2010 |
1 Hiker |
Birdman, Brother |
- |
3 Days |
Pinhoti Trail |
|
Wednesday. Birdman and brother here on last night of a 3 day from Highway 78 to Burns. Beautiful weather. Great trail. Go light... Go fast... Go far
|
| 29 |
April |
2010 |
1 Hiker |
JK |
- |
3 Days |
Pinhoti Trail |
|
Thursday 12:30pm. "Happy Birthday to me!" By myself for a 3 day hike. Everything really grown up in two months since I was last here! Love this trail... Off to the next shelter for the night, 10 miles to go! See ya next time... Wish the crew was here. "Don't worry about the destination, enjoy the journey. Otherwise, you'll miss the best part!"
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| 29 |
April |
2010 |
1 Hiker |
Sunset |
- |
Day |
Florida, Pinhoti Trail, South Carolina |
Homebound journey: Key West - Rocky Bottom, South Carolina
Thursday. In for the night. Got mixed up on date. Last night at Lower Shoal Shelter I put the 1st? I been in the woods too long. I just love the Pinhoti Trail. Thanks all you trail crew. Good Job. I'm trying to throw out of path "Small stuff." I carry heavy weight poles just for that. Always trying to put something back into the trail. Just think if every hiker would help move the "small stuff" then the trail crew could worry about big blow downs!! Let's do it, Hikers! Love to all the trail folks! Come on up Puff & Huff!!
AT04, PCT06, CDT08, FT10: But Pinhoti Best All Overall!!!
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| 30 |
April |
2010 |
1 Hiker |
HR Huff & Puff |
- |
Many |
Eastern Continental Trail |
Friday. 11:30pm. Well, after an exciting hike on narrow trail with numerous stream crossings, I am in for the night. These shelters are nifty. If I may make suggestion - Bug Screen... → Would help a great deal for shelters located near water. Sorry to miss Sunset. We've been dodging each others all through Florida and Alabama. Hope to see hime someday.
PS I may complain about lack of screen, but really, I know trail work is hard, and shelters are a luxury, so thank you! ☺ Smile!
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| 11 |
May |
2010 |
2 Hikers |
John, Christine |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
|
Hiked from Laurel Shelter. It rained almost all day, but gorgeous trail! Breathtaking views along the way. It was nice to get out of the rain for the night. Thanks!
|
| 13 |
May |
2010 |
1 Hiker |
Tug |
- |
Overnight |
Pinhoti Trail |
|
Maxwell Gap today. Shoal Creek Church tomorrow. Hope it cools off tonight.
|
| 15 |
May |
2010 |
1 Hiker |
Half Pack, Pdiddy, The Alpha Male |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
|
In for a day hike from Burns Trailhead. Did a 4 day hike in the spring going south. So started off hiking north but turned around in search of water. Was a beautiful day and almost worth the extensive poison ivy we expect to return with. ☺ Happy Trails!
|
| 21 |
May |
2010 |
10 Hikers |
JSU Rec 275: BJ Bonner |
Jacksonville, Al |
Overnight |
Pinhoti Trail |
|
JSU Rec 275. Stopped for the night. 10 people! Headed out for a nice shower and a long nap!
|
| 21 |
May |
2010 |
10 Hikers |
JSU Rec 275: B |
Jacksonville, Al |
Overnight |
Pinhoti Trail |
|
The one guy in the tent. It leaked. They wouldn't let me in the shelter, because of my snoring!
|
| 21 |
May |
2010 |
1 Hiker |
David M |
- |
Overnight |
Pinhoti Trail |
|
It stormed all night, but my will to survive was greater than Mother Nature's fury!
|
| 21 |
May |
2010 |
1 Hiker |
J Cook / [Tool] |
- |
Overnight |
Pinhoti Trail |
|
Hiked from Lower Shoal Shelter to Choccolocco Shelter. ≈ 19 miles. Arrived to find 10 college kids in outdoor ed class. I guesss that's a major. Good luck getting a job! Headed to Dugger today in the wet, one more day and I've got 278.
|
| 23 |
May |
2010 |
1 Hiker |
Troop 84 / Vikings, Rubber Ducky |
- |
Overnight |
Pinhoti Trail |
|
Started from Pine Glen 22 May. Easy, nice hike, but getting hot. HUZZAH!
|
| 31 |
May |
2010 |
2 Hikers |
Stan P, Ashley C |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
|
Happy Memorial Day! What a beautiful hike! I will definately be back soon. Although this is a great shelter, we are at the end of our hike and will be getting back in the car at Burns. Happy Hiking.☺
|
| 5 |
June |
2010 |
1 Hiker |
Lawrence A / Baro, Andrew B / Rumy Master |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
|
Got chased today by hobbits in tuxedos. At first I thought they were simply angry midgets, but after one knocked me down and stepped on my face with his big hairy hobbit foot, there was no doubt. In the end, they robbed us of all our Pop-Tarts & Pickle Juice. I'm still surprise how hobbits living in Alabama managed to rent tuxedos.
|
| 6 |
July |
2010 |
1 Hiker |
Larry H / The Bobo |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
|
Hello all. It's Bobo → crew going ok. Must make over Dugger by dark. Having blast. Later. Sorry about soda machine "JD"
|
| 6 |
July |
2010 |
1 Hiker |
Greenman |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
Taggin another register. 2nd this summer on Pinhoti! Having a blast, sweet day on the trail! That Co-colar sure sounded good! Heh! Heh! Grizzly Hairnt! Greenman  02' 03'
|
| 6 |
July |
2010 |
1 Hiker |
Whisper |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
|
Havin' a great time with the cool club. Can't wait for another.
|
| 6 |
July |
2010 |
1 Hiker |
Snake Charm |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
|
Lovin' all the switchbacks & saddles. Up the branch was a cool swimming hole.
|
| 6 |
July |
2010 |
1 Hiker |
3D Huey |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
|
Havin' fun. 1st time hiking. Told there is a soda machine at the shelter. There isn't one.
|
| 7 |
July |
2010 |
1 Hiker |
Dylan M |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
|
Wuddup. It's Dylan M
|
| - |
July |
2010 |
1 Hiker |
JM |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
|
I rode my crf100f at here, seen a lot of squirrels. Peace.
|
| 17 |
July |
2010 |
1 Hiker |
C |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
|
Beautiful spot.
|
| 17 |
July |
2010 |
1 Hiker |
Erin B |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
|
Has a great time hiking this trail.
|
| 20 |
July |
2010 |
1 Hiker |
? |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
|
Stop to give hound dog some ice water. The rest of us ate sandwiches and granola bars. The hike in was great. Flowers and ferns everywhere. The lake is beautiful. Are planning on coming back in the fall. ? camp a couple of nights. May go to Terrapin Watershed. Have Peace & God Bless.
|
| 30 |
July |
2010 |
2 Hikers |
Plain Jane, Lucky Joy |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
|
They that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength. They shall WALK & NOT BE WEARY! Plain Jane & Lucky Joy in for picnic lunch!! Beautiful hike in from Burns Cabin Trailhead
|
| 19 |
August |
2010 |
2 Hikers |
Hailey, Landon |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
|
Hailey & Landon were here. It was a beautiful hike to the shelter. Saw some wild deer and a turkey. Took a swim in the lake. Had a fire at the shelter, where we cooked dinner and had good conversation. Rained a little, which cooled everything off. Great time in the woods. ☺
|
| 22 |
August |
2010 |
2 Hikers |
Brandon, Lauren |
- |
Day |
Lake |
|
Brandon & Lauren love this place. It's been our getaway many times, and many times yet to come! It's truly beautiful... We come in by boat to enjoy the creek and catch a few trophies along the way. 🐟
|
| 5 |
September |
2010 |
6 Hikers |
Chasty, Corey, Andrea, Aaron, Elizabeth, Mark P |
- |
Overnight |
Lake |
Today is a beautiful day and a great night for camping. Came up here by boat to spend a fun filled night with our 4 wonderful children. May God be with you on your journey.
{Andrea P ↓ustink Last night we went camping and we had leftovers. Something took it. It was gumbo. Something ate it and licked the bowl clean.}
[Aaron P I had to pee. Farted on my face. Up but down, the crack up my belly down my face]
|
| 6 |
September |
2010 |
1 Hiker |
Victor, Kim |
- |
Overnight |
Pinhoti Trail |
|
Spent a beautiful night at shelter on 5 September 2010 after hiking from Coleman Lake Parking Lot. Spent 3 hours watching campfire and looking up at the stars - too many to count. Woke up to woodpecker! It was just fun and relaxing. 'Til next time!!
|
| 9 |
September |
2010 |
2 Hikers |
Doug, George |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
|
In from Coleman Lake. Great walk.
|
| 11 |
September |
2010 |
2 Hikers |
Mark, Karl |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
|
In for a day hike from Burns Trailhead to Coleman Lake. Nice fall day to enjoy the outdoors.
|
| 25 |
September |
2010 |
5 Maintainers |
ATCA Work Trip: Gene P, O Kenny, John Calhoun, Lynn O, Francis M |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
|
Thanks to Gene for the new picnic table and all the other work and gifts he's made.
|
| 30 |
September |
2010 |
1 Dirt Biker |
Dylan M |
- |
Day |
? |
|
Hello dear friends, this is M again, rode my sexy dirt-bike here again. ☺ Seen no mammals HaHa
|
| 30 |
September |
2010 |
1 Hiker |
Cody, Joseph |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
|
Hello fellow bretheren. Cody here to clock in/out. Joseph is with me. Someone tell me what river thing that is over there. Bye Bitches! I ♡ crystal meth
|
| 30 |
September |
2010 |
1 Hiker |
Kaleb C |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
Wuddup - of the forest. It;'s your buddy Kaleb here! I ain't seen shit since I've been up here so I'm quite disappointed in my trip but it was a fun vehicle drive Kay baii! Bitch McNuggets! Kaleb
|
| 3 |
October |
2010 |
1 Hiker |
Sami G |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
First time here on horse. Thought it was very nice.
[Hey Sami, It's Carsyn!☺]
|
| 8 |
October |
2010 |
? Hikers |
the Garrets |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
|
Very nice!
|
| 9 |
October |
2010 |
1 Hiker |
Cody |
- |
Day |
- |
|
Cody again. Came up here in the Bronco. That thing is crazy. We saw turkeys down the road here. We'll 'prolly do some fishing later. Peace out
|
| 9 |
October |
2010 |
1 Hiker |
|
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
|
Hello dear tree huggers. Mr Dylan M here in the Bronco. Seen some turkeys and a squirrel. Peace
|
| 15 |
October |
2010 |
2 Hikers |
Elisa, Mark |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
|
Hi. My name is Elisa. I am here from New York with my husband Mark. I love it here. Love Mark, Elisa
|
| 18 |
October |
2010 |
1 Hiker |
John M |
Pell City, Al |
13 Days |
Pinhoti Trail |
|
Thru hiking from Bull Gap to Jackson Chapel Trailhead, approx. 140 miles. Started Saturday 9 October and will finish on the 21st. Arrived at this place yesterday at 5:30pm from Pine Glen Campground, 15 miles! A tough hike the last few mile due to lots of fallen timeber and eroded trail. Keep hiking and try to smile!
|
| 24 |
October |
2010 |
4 Hikers |
F: Andrew, Luke, Paul, Scott M |
- |
3 Days |
Pinhoti Trail |
Sunday. Four of us spent the night here. Packing up now. Friday night spent @ Laurel Shelter. Thought we would never make it here yesterday, but made it by dark. The weather has been more than perfect and enjoying the fall colors. God's grace is everywhere.
Thanks to the trail crews and hikers for keeping clean trails. The hike has been beautiful, but we hike so fast we rarely get to enjoy it! Happy trails to everyone and God Bless.
"For the word of the lord is upright, and this work is done in faithfullness." Psalms 3 3
|
| 24 |
October |
2010 |
1 Hiker |
Beverly Lynn H |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
|
Beautiful land!
|
| 24 |
October |
2010 |
1 Hiker |
Samantha B |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
|
See my pictures on flickr.com/FlosgieJane
|
| 30 |
October |
2010 |
5 Hikers |
Kyle M, Wade & Kendall H, Kendra L, Ant M |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
|
Going West. Beautiful weekend in the mountains. The crown is good and we have promises to keep and miles to go before we sleep. Peace Out!!!
|
| 1 |
November |
2010 |
1 Hiker |
|
Birminghan, Al |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
Day hike from Coleman Lake to check fishing here. Off to chuck a lure now.
4 Hours Later - Fishing Report
- 1 2.5 pound Largemouth Bass
- 1 3 ounce 5 inch Largemouth Bass
[Today 3 January 2011 2 pound Largemouth Bass]
|
| 4 |
November |
2010 |
1 Hiker |
Foxtrot! |
- |
Many |
Pinhoti Trail |
|
Alabama Pinhoti Trail ⇝ SOBO '10
|
| 5 |
November |
2010 |
3 Hikers |
Tim, Shannon, Brent |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
|
Had a great time here. Coming back again.
|
| 13 |
November |
2010 |
1 Hiker |
Cuffs |
- |
Overnight |
Pinhoti Trail |
Cuffs in for the night. From Terrapin Creek Dam.
- Water source for this shelter is approximately 150 yards straight out in front of shelter.
One more section of Pinhoti mapping done!
aloutdoors.com Come see me in Pelham!
|
| 24 |
November |
2010 |
2 Hikers |
Angry Sparrow, Hetairoi |
- |
Overnight |
Pinhoti Trail |
|
In for the night. From Pine Glen. This section for us started at Bulls Gap and goes thru north of Duggar. Looking forward to Thanksgiving Day on the trail. Gobble Gobble
|
| 29 |
November |
2010 |
1 Hiker |
Tess, Sixties Child |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
|
Hiked in from Burns Trailhead. 1st hike of season. Didn't take long. Trying to work off Thanksgiving. It is overcast & windy. Will be 55° today - not too bad.
|
| 7 |
December |
2010 |
2 Hikers |
Jewely, Samantha |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
|
Jewely & Samantha are enjoying the cold! Temps were in the 20s last night. Much sunshine today! We are bundled up like Pillsbury Dough Girls! Happy to be hiking. Happy Holidays!
|
| 19 |
December |
2010 |
? Hikers |
F: the Chandlers |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
|
Hiked in from Dugger Mountain. Day Hike. Beautiful day and cold, cold water! Happy Holidays. ☺
|
| 19 |
December |
2010 |
2 Hikers |
-Ninja-8-Big-TERD- |
Piedmont, Al |
Day |
? |
|
We live up the road. I was riding my 4 wheeler. And stopped at the old grissmill and walked out here with my daddy to read all this stuff \ Comone! I enjoy hearing where y'll are from!
|
| 28 |
December |
2010 |
1 Maintainer |
John Calhoun |
Leeds, Al |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
In for another work day. Have cleared the trail from here to Co Road 55 and the last mile north of FS540. Still needs clearing in the middle.
The Pinhoti from Lower Shoals all the way to the west end of Rebecca Mountain (3 miles east of Sylacauga) is in good shape. We're working on the northern end and by spring it should be in great shape. Enjoy.
|
| 2 |
January |
2011 |
2 Hikers |
Kendal, Dylan |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
|
It's cold.
|
| 3 |
January |
2011 |
3 Hikers |
Ninja, Sushi, Giggle Box |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
|
We are 3 sisters who own land close to here. We were riding 4 wheelers and doin' a little cow tippen'. yee haww. PS We're rednecks! Love 💗 [Hey!!! Niahunka]
|
| 3 |
January |
2011 |
2 Hikers |
- |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
|
Today I went fishing with my buddy. We had some pretty good luck. We caught a total of 5 fish and each 1 was over 2 pounds.
|
| 3 |
January |
2011 |
1 Hiker |
Big Tommy |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
|
My name is Big Tommy. I like to fish and caught a 2 pounder. He fought so hard so I wouldn't recommend hiking here. This is my spot. So, oh well, y'all can fish here as long as you pay a fee of no dollars.
|
| 8? |
January |
2011 |
1 Hiker |
Scrambler |
- |
Overnight |
Pinhoti Trail |
|
Saturday. Just stopped for a rest here on an overnighter. Sunny & cool!
|
| 22 |
January |
2011 |
1 Hiker |
Molli |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
|
Hiked 3½ miles to get here: just about died! Saw very pretty ferns and a few flowers! We love it here... Moll❢
|
| 24 |
January |
2011 |
1 Maintainer |
John Calhoun |
Leeds, Al |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
Monday, 12:30pm. In again to clear this section south of here.
Please, folks who visit here, show respect.
It is your tax dollars which paid for this shelter but VOLUNTEERS built and paid for the steps, cooking shelf, and picnic table.
We also maintain the trail.
We don't get paid for this;
It costs a lot of time and money.
Please pack out your trash, and next time you come, bring a broom to replace the one we left here.
John Calhoun - Mother Nature's Son
|
| 18 |
February |
2011 |
2 Hikers |
Ron, Shelly |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
|
Friday. It is nice & quiet here. We just stopped by for a little rest. We enjoy it. Thanks to people who built this shelter. It is nice and clean. We will be back during the spring break!☺
|
| 20 |
February |
2011 |
? Hikers |
Troop 7 |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
|
Troop 7 was here.
|
| 24 |
February |
2011 |
2 Hikers |
Smokey, Caveman, & Company |
- |
Many |
Pinhoti Trail |
|
Been hiking since Porter's Gap. The terrain is the best for a warm up for the AT. I really have enjoyed my hike. We are due for bad weather this evening. So I thank those who gave their time & energy & money for this beautful shelter. Mother Nature's Son, I look forward to meeting you. Caveman speaks of you often as we walk up this trail. Once again, thank you for this lovely place. Until we return, and we will...
|
| - |
February |
2011 |
1 Hiker |
Carsyn / Ninja, Ashley / Knuck Knuck, G |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
Hey hikers, where y'all headed? I live up the road. Ninja= Carsyn
Hey. You should put curtains on the shelter. Ashley Knuck Knuck
I came for a visit with my two buddies Knuck Knuck and Ninja. 2 crazy little girls that like to have fun. G
|
| 27 |
February |
2011 |
2 Hikers |
Mark, Tanya, Cloey dog |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
Sunday. Me, my hubby, and our dog. Out for a short walk. Mark decided to show me the lake and remembered this shelter being here. He said that there has been a lot of work on it since here last. Very nice place. Thanks to whom ever took their time to build such a place. Hope everyone takes time to keep it clean.
Enjoy and may god be with you always.☺
|
| 2 |
March |
2011 |
1 Hiker |
Dave H / Solo |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
|
Beautiful day. Shelter built since last time through (8 years). Have a great day.
|
| 3 |
March |
2011 |
1 Hiker |
Lucky |
- |
Many |
Eastern Continental Trail |
|
In for the night. Florida → Georgia
|
| 8 |
March |
2011 |
1 Hiker |
Hemlox |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
|
SOBO from here trail well maintained overall. However, the first mile or two there are spots where the trail has washed away and they are hard to see because of leaf build up. Watch your step!! Also the recent rain has washed away the beaver dams, which is unfortunate... but the beavers have already started to rebuild. Thank you to the people who maintain the trail & shelters. For everyone else, please pick up your trash.
|
| 13 |
March |
2011 |
3 Hikers |
John Calhoun / Mother Nature's Son, Dan Bedore / Fashionplate Dan, Dick H / Tin Cup |
Leeds, Al |
Many |
Pinhoti Trail |
Sunday, 11:30 am. Here this time on a thru hike with Dan Bedore and "Tin Cup" Dick H. Started at Bull Gap on Monday, 7 March 2011 with 6 guys. It's good to be hiking and enjoying the day this time.
[Go-Needles-Go - Fashionplate Dan]
|
| 24 |
March |
2011 |
1 Hunter |
Andrew W |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
|
Here again. Strange coincidence brings me back here exactly one year from the last day I wrote. It seems cooler this time than last. Turkey hunting again this year as well. As of right now I can't buy a gobble but that is fine. I'm going to try to pack a float tube or canoe in next time for a little fishing excursion. Should be an incredible place to set camp for a few days. I really enjoy this spot. Unfortunatly, my father had a back surgery and can't make the long hikes for these hunts. Enjoy your time outdoors with your loved ones! Take care.
|
| 25 |
March |
2011 |
1 Hiker |
Mart |
- |
Many |
Pinhoti Trail |
|
In for the mid morning break. This spot sure has grown up since I was last here several years ago! Hike well, ignore the smell... PT '11
|
| 6 |
April |
2011 |
2 Hikes |
Noah, Matt |
Pensacola, Fl |
Overnight |
Pinhoti Trail |
|
On my first backpacking trip with my best friend Matt. Just stopping by for lunch and may camp later on. Beautiful spot! We're both from Pensacola, Florida, and plan on heading back tomorrow. Fair winds & Godspeed.
|
| 9 |
April |
2011 |
? Hikers |
Troop 53 |
- |
Overnight |
Pinhoti Trail |
|
First overnight for many new scouts. Thanks for the shelter.
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| 10 |
April |
2011 |
2 Hikers |
JB, Sonny |
- |
Many |
Pinhoti Trail |
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Stayed here last night. Didn't expect an elementary aged boy scout troop. Interesting night. On my way through to Jackson Chapel Road, from Bull's Gap.
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| - |
April |
2011 |
1 Hiker |
Ashley / Knuck Knuck |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
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Still looking for those curtains. How long have you been walking?
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| 10 |
April |
2011 |
1 Hiker |
Ninja |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
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Y'all need to write where y'all are from. I live up the road & enjoy hearing where y'all are from. L😲king for those curtains.
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| 10 |
April |
2011 |
3 Hikers |
G, Ninja, Knuck Knuck |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
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I am here again on a pretty Sunday afternoon with two crazy girls, Ninja & Knuck Knuck who, by the way, like to have fun.
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| 16 |
April |
2011 |
2 Hikers |
Bethany - Hognose, Jonathan / Cookie Monster |
- |
2 Days |
Pinhoti Trail |
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Cookie Monster ate here. I'm the herpetologist but Hognose ↴ finds all the snakes. Grrr....
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| 16 |
April |
2011 |
2 Hikers |
Bethany - Hognose, Jonathan / Cookie Monster |
- |
2 Days |
Pinhoti Trail |
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2nd lovely day on this trail. Coleman to Burns. Last time sleet, this time spring. 2 snakes. Couple of creek crossings. High due to heavy thunderstorm last night. Bethany - Hognose
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| 16 |
April |
2011 |
1 Hiker |
Sasquatch |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
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2nd trip here & love it. Lots of water after rain! Great group and many flowers out now.
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| 18 |
April |
2011 |
2 Hikers |
2 Old Sipsey Hikers |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
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Great Trail. Beautiful Monday. Lots of wildflowers.
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| 19 |
April |
2011 |
? Hikers |
USDA-NRCS Crew |
- |
Day |
? Trail |
Visited the site to complete the 5 year inspection on this Choccolocco Site 2. Checked out the shelter while we were here. Be back in 5 years if not sooner. USDA-NRCS Crew
This Ninja and Knuck Knuck Crew must come here a lot!! Gotta be from Rabbittown.
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| 23 |
April |
2011 |
1 Hiker |
Lucky Joy |
Tallapoosa, Ga |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
Lucky Joy here again to spend another day in God's Great Paradise!
On AT Training hike.
Feeling very lucky and joyful.
This shelter rocks!
PS Slow down and enjoy!
Happy Happy Trails
See you on the AT
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| 23 |
April |
2011 |
1 Hiker |
-AJR, -MSR, Xi:1820 |
- |
Overnight |
Pinhoti Trail |
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Small one night stay at the shelter. Here with 2 dogs and they love it. Spring is surely a beautiful time for a hike!! Where's the turkey at?
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| 23 |
April |
2011 |
1 Hiker |
-MJS Xi1812 |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
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Nothing beats being in the woods. Just taking a relaxing weekend away for Easter. Got my German Shepard out doing his favorite thing. So I guess I'll just hike back & enjoy. "War Down Eagle"
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| 26 |
April |
2011 |
1 Hiker |
? |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
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First time out in the woods with people I love. It's great being able to fellowship with family and enjoying God's beautiful creation. This definately won't be my last!
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| 26 |
April |
2011 |
1 Hiker |
Josh & Justine C |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
Couldn't ask for better weather or company! It's always great to get away and spend some time with the Lord of Creation. Psalm 99
[Enjoyed the weather. Had some spooky visitors, but all in all a great trip with friends!]
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| 26 |
April |
2011 |
2 Hikers |
Katerri K, Gali |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
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Incredible time in such a beautiuful area. One cannot possibly beat new life found, sweet baby birds, and refreshing rains to spruce up the trees. Praise the lord for the works of his hands. Psalm 37
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| 11 |
May |
2011 |
3 Hikers |
Bro Expedition: TBro, CrazyFace, Stumpy |
- |
Overnight |
Pinhoti Trail |
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Hiked from Laurel Shelter. Phenomenal weather. The Pinhoti claimed my can opener... 2 of the 3 forgot deodorant at well... All in all, a great trip so far. Tomorrow we continue northward. Stumpy
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| 12 |
May |
2011 |
3 Hikers |
Bro Expedition: TBro, CrazyFace, Stumpy |
- |
Overnight |
Pinhoti Trail |
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Spent night here. Getting cloudy. Stumpy and TBro still will not use deodorant. I may have contracted strep throat but we push on to Dugger mountain never the less. Crazy-Face
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| 19 |
May |
2011 |
1 Hiker |
Katerri |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
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Back at the shelter again. Once again a wonderful time. I was thrilled to be able to claim some more miles this week. Great company and weather! Isaiah 43
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| 19 |
May |
2011 |
? Hikers |
JSU Expedition Class: Mike D |
Jacksonville, Al |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
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JSU Student with Expedition Class. Hiked from Pine Glen and earned myself two blisters! It's worth the time and the experience was so unbelievable!
😛
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| 12 |
March |
2011 |
1 Hiker |
KI/- |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
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Good day for a hike. Weather is perfect.
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| 19 |
May |
2011 |
1 Hiker |
Taylor M |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
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Nestled in the pine trees and the mountains, down along the road I love to stay. Wonderful time!
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| 31 |
May |
2011 |
2 Hikers |
Steven, Jessica, Samson dog |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
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Awesome place. Love it here. Come all the time.
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| 13 |
June |
2011 |
2 Hikers |
Patty, Landon, "The Jimmy" |
- |
Day |
? |
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Drove up here in non 4wd vehicle (bad idea) for a good ole fishing / camping trip. Beautiful place!! Very grateful to have! Caught a lot of bass, all the way up to 2½ pounds! Needless to say, we got stuck backing up into a ditch!! By the spillway! But made it up huge hill by lake!
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| 18 |
June |
2011 |
4 Hikers |
Jim, Harry, Charlie, Spencer |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
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Had a great time. Bugs are annoying. Want to come again as soon as possible! PS No turkeys. :(
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| 19 |
June |
2011 |
2 Hikers |
Michael, Maria |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
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On day hike. Hot but beautiful... Lots of blueberries & blackberries.
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| 9 |
July |
2011 |
2 Hikers |
- |
- |
Overnight |
Pinhoti Trail |
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Great day! Hiked with boyfirend from Pink E Burns Trailhead to Chocclocco Shelter. Birthday weekend! Great to spend the day with the best guy in the world. Started witha Reeses' Cup, match candle, and him singing Happy Birthday to me. Had lunch of rice & chicken cooked on stove at shelter. Popped the tent and enjoyed nature & the beautiful outdoors. I love him a lot. Very sweet & thoughtful.
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| 17 |
August |
2011 |
2 Hikers |
Kyle M, Wade H |
Colorado |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
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Beautiful day in paradise. Gonna miss the forest when I head back to Colorado. There is just no place like it. 'Tis truly one of the most peaceful places on earth!!!
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| 10 |
September |
2011 |
2 Hikers |
Dennis, Sharon |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
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Great day for a day hike! The weather is beautiful. The sky is so blue, no clouds. Wonderful to be outside. Heard gun shots? God Bless. ☮
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| 11 |
September |
2011 |
1 Rider |
Dylan M |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
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6:00 ☺ Fun Ride, Halt.
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| 13 |
September |
2011 |
1 Hiker |
Chris B |
Tallapoosa, Ga |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
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Day hike with the dog and some water. Trail was clean and clear from Pinky Burns to Shoal Creek Shelter. Shelter was clean and neat. 9:30am.
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| 13 |
September |
2011 |
1 Hiker |
Randy M, Dennis |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
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Day hike with friend and neighbor Dennis (His idea.) We plan to hike a longer / weeklong soon. This place is awesome! Future Hobbit. Go Big Orange UT
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| 13 |
September |
2011 |
2 Hikers |
Anna K, Alex |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
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Having an awesome time! ☺
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| - |
September |
2011 |
1 Hiker |
? |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
There needs to be a Coke machine up here. I'm Thirsty. All there is, is Pork 'n Beans and Corned Beef Hash. No water. Had a fun time. ♡
[Try down hill next time. 75 yards. Cross creek to Branch the other side to your left from the front of the shelter!]
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| 22 |
September |
2011 |
1 Hiker |
Wayne B / Coach |
- |
12 Days |
Pinhoti Trail |
NOBO on thru huke of all Alabama Pinhoti section. This is day 9 since Flagg Mountain mile 0.0. Now 136 up and need 37 more miles. This Trail Rocks. Doing about 16 miles/day. Only the first 32½ miles of pavement sucked. (Shin Splint City) Weather mostly great. Rain today... Dry night. Alabama: Pinhoti: We have a gem! Special thanks to the Supreme Creator!
AT '09, PCT '10, CDT '11
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| 4 |
October |
2011 |
2 Hikers |
Fred S, Andy M |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
| 8 |
October |
2011 |
2 Hikers |
Rachel & Stephen P, and Samson |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
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Stephen proposed to me in this shelter. This was my first backpacking experience, as well as our first weekend away together. This was the perfect setting for us two best friends to promise their love. This will always be our special place.
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| 12 |
October |
2011 |
1 Hiker |
Moody |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
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Halta
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| 18 |
October |
2011 |
3 Hikers |
Pop Pop, Grand, Kanden |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
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Hiked in from 532 road. Had a picnic. Waded in creek. 85 degrees today.
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| - |
October |
2011 |
? Hikers |
Ethan, EJ |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
Having fun with the boys!
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| - |
October |
2011 |
4 Hikers |
Sami G, Heather, Brody, Owen |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
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We rode & it's very pretty. With Friends Heather, Brody, and my dad Owen. See ya next time.
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| 22 |
October |
2011 |
1 Hiker |
Heather H |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
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It's a beautiful day in the neighborhood! Had an awesome hike so far! Great day. Isaiah 40:8
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| 2 |
November |
2011 |
1 Hiker |
Jonathan P |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
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Stopping for lunch.
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| 6 |
November |
2011 |
1 Hiker |
Ninja, G, Big Terd, Bucky |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
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We just walked the Pinhoti Trail from Pinky's and it was pretty. We had fun. Y'all should put in curtains! I ♡ horsies.☺☺
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| 8 |
November |
2011 |
1 Hiker |
ORM, Dennis N |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
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Back again, only this time we've got 12 more miles to go heading south. This trek will give us 70 miles. Thank you Lord.
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| 18 |
November |
2011 |
2 Hikers |
Alex F 12 years old, Jeff F, older than 12 years old |
- |
Overnight |
Pinhoti Trail |
My son and I ran a group of turkey out as we were coming in. Had a perfetly clear night to poke around in the fire, nice and cold too. We have never taken advantage of a trail shelter on any of our other hikes but it was very comfortable, a nice change from the ground. Probably won't pass up the chance to sleep in another one.
35 more miles to go.
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| 20 |
November |
2011 |
4 Hikers |
swtdarlm, Genjam?, lucinthesky, expiredhalo |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
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Me, my friends hiking for the day. Cool shelter.
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| 22 |
November |
2011 |
2 Hikers |
Bill S, Orvil F |
Cincinnati, Oh |
Overnight |
Pinhoti Trail |
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6pm. Walked in to shelter after dark after 5 miles of heavy rain. What a relief to see. Happy Thanksgiving and thank you.
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| 25 |
November |
2011 |
1 Hiker |
Nurse Steve |
- |
Overnight |
Pinhoti Trail |
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Stayed here last night. Finishing a trip from High Point Trailhead in Piedmont to here. 26 miles in 2 days. It's freezing in the morning, but the sunrise over the lake was very nice. I've almost doen the northern half of the "old" Pinhoti.
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| 29 |
November |
2011 |
2 Hikers |
JJ, BG |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
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Hiked out for the day from Burns' Trailhead. Freezing, but still enjoyable.
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| 3 |
December |
2011 |
1 Hiker |
The Soulmate |
- |
4 Days |
Pinhoti Trail |
Was able to add a few extra miles onto my section, and now headed SOBO. A great 4 days on the trail. Perfect weather. Hope to begin Georgia Pinhoti next year. Onwards.
The Soulmate Ga-Va 98-02, Ga-Me 04
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| 3 |
December |
2011 |
1 Hiker |
|
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
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I miss my family. I haven't seen them in weeks. Hopefully I survive. If you want to contact me... (Phone #) Call Irena for a good time... PS It will be a good time... :)<3
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| 11 |
December |
2011 |
1 Hiker |
Tone Man / Chief270 |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
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Section hike from Pine Glen. Stayed last night at Chip's campsite. Past Thru hiker. Try to do section hikes whenever possible. Headed to Pinky's. Had lunch at the shelter. To John Calhoun: I always enjoy reading these log books at all the shelters. Thanks. Got to go now. God bless all who pass here.
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| 30 |
December |
2011 |
2 Hikers |
2 Old Sipsey Hikers |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
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Great day for a hike. Headed to Burns Trailhead.
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| 12 |
January |
2012 |
1 Hiker |
EC Collet |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
| 20 |
January |
2012 |
2 Hikers |
B & L F |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
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| 22 |
January |
2012 |
? Hikers |
Birmingham Adventure Group: Hayward W, John Calhoun / Mother Nature's Son |
Birmingham, Al |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
| 22 |
January |
2012 |
? Hikers |
BAG: Kevin A / Goofy |
Birmingham, Al |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
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meetup.com "Birmingham Adventure Group" "Come Join Us"
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| 22 |
January |
2012 |
? Hikers |
BAG: Ken, Roe, BR, MJ |
- |
Day |
Pinhoti Trail |
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Here with the BAG. Sweeping the trail. Love the Pinhoti.
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