Welcome
The Old Timers Hiking Club is for hikers who are young at heart no matter their age. Everyone is welcome to join in our frequent hikes in the beautiful Mountain Empire. We are based in Johnson City, Tennessee.
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
The hike for Wednesday, Feb 1, (Tanyard Gap to Rich Mountain) has been canceled due to inclement weather.
On Monday, Feb 6, the hike will be:
U.S. 321 to Laurel Fork Falls and back (5.0 miles, moderate): We will hike the blue blaze trail to the AT to these beautiful falls. Some easy spots, some strenuous ones, and a couple that are really tricky. On the way back, we can opt to return via the blue blaze high water trail that takes us by the Laurel Fork Shelter and possibly down to a lesser, but very beautiful, waterfall. Form up and leave the church at 8:00 am. We’ll make a second stop at Food City in Elizabethton. Be ready to depart Food City at 8:20 am, depart when the group from the church arrives. Leader: Jeannine Edwards, jeannine21@bellsouth.net, 901-351-1779
The hike for Wednesday, Feb 1, (Tanyard Gap to Rich Mountain) has been canceled due to inclement weather.
On Monday, Feb 6, the hike will be:
U.S. 321 to Laurel Fork Falls and back (5.0 miles, moderate): We will hike the blue blaze trail to the AT to these beautiful falls. Some easy spots, some strenuous ones, and a couple that are really tricky. On the way back, we can opt to return via the blue blaze high water trail that takes us by the Laurel Fork Shelter and possibly down to a lesser, but very beautiful, waterfall. Form up and leave the church at 8:00 am. We’ll make a second stop at Food City in Elizabethton. Be ready to depart Food City at 8:20 am, depart when the group from the church arrives. Leader: Jeannine Edwards, jeannine21@bellsouth.net, 901-351-1779
Your hiking adventure awaits in the great outdoors of eastern TN, western NC and southern VA! Whether you're an experienced hiker looking for a challenge or a novice ready to start your hiking journey, there's plenty of opportunities. With miles of trails, beautiful waterfalls, and views beyond compare, this is the place to be for outdoor activity.
The hikes are a great way to stay active, experience the beautiful natural features of our area, and to meet new friends while enjoying the outdoors and getting plenty of fresh air and sunshine.
The hikes are a great way to stay active, experience the beautiful natural features of our area, and to meet new friends while enjoying the outdoors and getting plenty of fresh air and sunshine.
Both club members and nonmembers are welcome on hikes. Typically, Monday hikes are shorter and easier than Wednesday hikes, but please check the schedule carefully. If you are a novice hiker, please start slow and work your way up to longer and harder hikes. We do not require a reservation, but please check with the hike leader for any last-minute changes. Then show up at the meeting place and we will be happy to have you hike with us!
On most hikes, we meet at Covenant Presbyterian Church in Johnson City each Monday and Wednesday and leave at 8:00 A.M. Please check the schedule for specific times and additional and/or alternate meeting locations. SEE YA ON THE TRAIL! |
Websites that may interest you:
Johnson City Hiking Club: http://www.jchikers.weebly.com
Mid-Appalachian HIghlands Club: http://www.hiketennessee.net/