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Recent
Discussion
from the
Mapping the Sheltowee
A Guide for the Trails in the BSF and DBNF
• Big South Fork
Author: Traildust
Posted: Thu Feb 02, 2012 4:47 pm (GMT -5)
A reminder for those planning on an overnight or two in the Big South Fork, a back country permit is required. The link to the webpage where you can get a permit on line is below. You can also stop at the merchants going into Pickett or at the Park Visitor Center Bandy Center and get the permit. $5.00 for up to 6 people. Cheap but it tells them who is in the Forest and when and where they are suppose to be out.
http://www.nps.gov/biso/planyourvisit/feesandreservations.htm
Pickett SP requires a backcountry permit as well. The free permit can be obtained at the Managers Office on the way into Pickett. Call ahead if you ar... continues
• Holly Fork Section
Author: Traildust
Posted: Wed Feb 01, 2012 8:21 pm (GMT -5)
Some news for you here on the ST at Holly Fork to Big Perry Rd section. Members of the Ridge Runner Trail Crew of the STA met yesterday with the District Ranger at Holly Fork to discuss the trails condition in whats called the Big Brown.
In this area, users cross the stream or tributaries coming down the hill into the stream about 6 times. Several of these crossings required the user to sit down and jump into the creek and then scramble out.
With a grant from the State through the KHC we will be able to bridge several of these crossings, giving the user a safer journey along the Sheltowee Trace.
We anticipate that th... continues
• ideas for week-long beginner trip with fishing stop?
Author: squeak
Posted: Tue Jan 31, 2012 11:32 am (GMT -5)
Hello,
My boyfriend and I want to do our first backpacking trip in the Sheltowee Trace in early March, when I get spring break. I have done hiking/backpacking before in Europe (I was a scout in high school), but it's his first hiking trip. We've done a lot of research and bought everything we need, including a portable fishing pole. So what we would like to do is hike for 3 days, rest a day at a stream/lake where we can do some fishing, and hike back for another 3 days. We will be driving down and back, and are both pretty athletic so we do want somewhat of a challenging hike (although nothing too bad as it's our first). Also, si... continues
• KY trail with most elevation change?
Author: Elkins45
Posted: Sun Jan 29, 2012 10:16 pm (GMT -5)
I know this isn't a ST related question (or maybe it is). I'm trying to get ready for a trip to the Grand Canyon and I would like to test myself with some serious uphill/downhill hikes. What trails in KY or nearby have the most elevation change?
I was thinking maybe somewhere around Cumberland Gap, or maybe Pine Mountain?
TIA for any input
• February Hike - Section 2
Author: Traildust
Posted: Wed Jan 11, 2012 3:49 pm (GMT -5)
Friday, February 24, 2012 at 6:00pm until Sunday, February 26, 2012 at 5:00pm.
Beech Grove Rd. to Hwy 27 Trailhead Parking ( + or - 20 miles)
No hike on Friday night this time. We will assemble at a location to be determined on Friday night for some social time. Saturday we will all drive in caravan to Hwy 27 Trailhead and meet the shuttle from the Outfitters. Saturdays walk will be from our stopping point, Beech Grove Rd to Alum Ford Campground about 10 miles. Sunday we will walk from there to the Hwy 27 trailhead another 10 miles or so. Shuttle will cost $15.00 per person. Overnight lodging cost are being determined with ... continues
• Anyone have access toa fax this morning?
Author: PR
Posted: Fri Jan 06, 2012 8:43 am (GMT -5)
I can't find my trailguide this morning and I had planned to use the Mckee inset drawing as a handout at our county tourism meeting this morning. Anybody out there with access to a fax (and a trailguide) today? I realize this is a very long shot, but thought I would give it a shot.
JC PVA six o six 287 7634 ph
six o six 287 7079 fax
Thanks! Give me a call if you see this before 10:00am
• Cold Weather Hiking Resources
Author: Traildust
Posted: Wed Dec 14, 2011 11:42 am (GMT -5)
Here are some links to information on backpacking in cold weather. Read up and be prepared. All participants will have to physically show they have the proper gear in order to take the STA Challenge. Gear list coming out soon.
Backpacking Magazine http://www.backpacker.com/fall-gear-guide-09-cold-comfort-winter-camping-guide/skills/13513
Backpacking Light http://www.backpackinglight.com/cgi-bin/backpackinglight/00277.html
Winter Backpacking http://www.helipress.com/media/pdf/Winter%20Backpacking%20-%20websample.pdf
REI Winter Backpacking http://www.rei.com/expertadvice/articles/winter+camping.html
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• Registration
Author: Traildust
Posted: Wed Dec 14, 2011 10:40 am (GMT -5)
Challenge Participants.....
December 1st we will start sending out info on the Challenge. If you think you are interested please send
Real Name :
Phone Number:
Email Address:
here or to director@sheltoweetrace.org so we can add you to the email mailing list. If you are in doubt please go ahead and send in the info so we can keep you informed.
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• Schedule - Gear - Info
Author: Traildust
Posted: Wed Dec 14, 2011 10:38 am (GMT -5)
Here is your chance to become one of the few who have hiked the entire Sheltowee Trace. STA Adventures in 2012 will organize a one weekend a month hike of the Sheltowee, breaking the Trace down into sections. The planned sections are:
January - Southern Terminus to Yamacraw - 29.6 miles
February - Yamacraw to Cumberland Falls - 30.5 miles
March - Cumberland Falls to Billows - 39.5 miles
April - Billows to S-Tree Campground - 32.8 miles
May - S-Tree to Turkeyfoot - 19.3 miles
June - Turkeyfoot to Heidelberg - 21.0 miles
July - Ky River to Red River Gorge - 32.1 miles
August - Red River Gorge to Cave Run Lake - 38... continues
• Horseback Riding the ST
Author: Hillbilly Wanderer2
Posted: Sat Dec 10, 2011 10:34 am (GMT -5)
I have been wanting to do some type of long distance ride on horses for some time and looking to get started this year. Have read several posts on this forum and looking foward to the trail guide due out 2012. Plan on just hitting different sections throughout the year with a long term goal of riding start to finish. I realize sections will have to reroute but thats why im here. If anybody else is interested just let me know. Look foward to meeting people and being a member of the ST community. Considering the ST Challange, however feel I am way to inexperienced for that at this time.
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