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Celebrating 3 Years of Leading Hikes
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Greetings!
This is a copy of my last newsletter. It has links to my other sites, including the meetup I mentioned to you. The Professional Coach I mentioned to you is Jahi. His telephone number is 404.438.3156, and his email address follows: [email protected].
Thank you so very, very much for taking the photos for me! You can send them to me by email. If you need to call me, please feel free to do so at 678.231.4973.
Please accept this special invitation to join me as we celebrate 3 years of Hartfield's Hikers. To show my appreciation for your support, there are NO FEES for this hike! Just parking, unless you have a Georgia State Park Pass, then it is free, and if you carpool, your donation to the driver. You don't event have to register for this one...just show up!
Yes, I know this is last minute...but it is the 1st Saturday of the month, and we have not missed one yet. I am looking forward to the hike this month to the Raven Cliff Falls and the Dukes Creek Falls. I am already imagining the refreshing mist from the falls gently caressing my face and the cooling affect on my skin...ooooh...don't miss it!
So much is going on...read the Lifestyle Blog to get updated. Share our newsletters with your family, friends and colleagues; Hartfield's Hikers, OPALs, OPALs Meetup (New), Lifestyle Management, LLC, Hartfield's Healthy Haven, Atlanta African American Adventurers and my Lifestyle Blog (Updated).
and check out our Newsletter Archives, to find out where the upcoming hike will be and register, other events, and the archives to find out what we have done. Know that I really appreciate your continued support. Enjoy Life and Live it to the Fullest!!!
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July Hike
Distance: 5.0 Miles 2.0 Miles (Dukes Creek Falls)
Departure: 8:00a Sharp
Temperature Forecast: High 70's to low-mid 80's
Meeting Place: Hong Kong Market - 5495 Jimmy Carter Blvd., Norcorss, GA 30029 Parking Lot Get Directions Here
The Raven Cliff Falls trail is a wonder to behold. After the first waterfall a change in the trees is obvious. The forest is dominated by hardwoods. Short cascades and riplets of whitewater produce a relaxing gurgle during a significant portion of the hike. On the path several additional waterfalls add to the pleasure of this trek.
The path is rarely more than 50 feet from the creek. The approach to the Cliffs is the highlight of the trip. A quick climb and loud noise impart the message of the approaching waterfall. The water rushes through a split in the rocks and splashes down in cascades to the bottom. Typical of high forest falls, water flow is heavy only in the spring, but somehow the way the cliff is shaped makes these falls seem strong most of the year.
The Dukes Creek Falls pathway is remarkably level, it descends more than 400 feet on the one-mile in/out trek. The sound of the waterfall can only be heard at the middle of each switchback, fading as the next turn approaches. This is my favorite Waterfall...it is so refreshing...the cool mist on your skin is indescribable and the falls themselves are mesmerizing.
Bring plenty of water, snacks and your lunch. We will have lunch at the Raven Cliff Falls.
Remember...we carpool, so please be prepared to donate $7 - $10 to the driver for gas and parking. There is a $5 fee for parking unless you go to your local library and check-out a State Park Parking Pass for free parking.
Any questions, please feel free to call me at 678.231.4973.
Don't forget the Leave No Trace principles to which we adhere... what you carry in, you carry out, with the exception of taking your memories of the adventure, your new friendships, and of course, any photos you may take.
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Live Your Life to the Fullest
I sure am...are you?!
Join me and others who are enjoying a life full of fun, freedom, friends, fitness and great adventure! You must have optimal health to derive the greatest benefits. Be honest with yourself, how healthy are you...really!
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Stone Mountain Riverboat Dinner Cruise
Friday, August 10, 20127:00p.m.$50.00
For more information contact me by email or telephone at 678.231.4973
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Outdoor Inspiration
"In God's wildness lies the hope of the world--the great fresh unblighted, unredeemed wilderness. " John Muir
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Grand Canyon Hike
Get Ready for 2013
We will celebrate Carolyn's 65th birthday hiking the Grand Canyon!
We plan to have an exclusive group in Sept/Oct 2013. We want to stay at the Phantom Ranch in the Canyon. Get your mind, body and finances ready!!! |
FREE Entrance Dates to the National Parks
Sept. 29
National Public Lands Day
November 10- 12
Veterans Day Weekend
Get more info here
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Friends & Supporters Visit Our Resourceful and Favorite Links
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Hiking Tips |
Looking to expand your outdoor more adventures... Check out our Meetup Groups
Zip Lining White Water Rafting River Tubing Bicycle Riding Fishing Caving Campingand more...
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Want to be with the 50+ crowd...check out
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Older People w/Active Lifestyles OPALs are Real Gems
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We now have an OPALs Meetup group. We consist of men and women age 50 and over who are very active and fit. We enjoy each others company in the great outdoors! Check out OPALs web site and plan to join us on some of our exciting adventures like the upcoming MoonBow trip. We will travel to a unique place where it only happens twice a year to see a rainbow around the moon. Details coming soon...it will be in October 2012. Take our short interest and activity survey. |
About Carolyn Hartfield We hike the first Saturday of every month unless (so far, never) posted otherwise. Our hikers are for all ages, from youth to seniors. Check out the calendar and click on the hike to get more information.
We simply ask you to make note of the length of the hike and the rating for the level of difficulty. We are as fast as the slowest person...there is never a need to feel pressured to keep up. We enjoy nature and the company of each other as we hike the trails.
Hike Leader Carolyn, and Paulette, who is the Sweep (the person in the back to ensure no one is left behind) are certified Outings Leaders with the Sierra Club and certified in Wilderness First Aid. Also, Carolyn is now in pursuit of becoming a Certified Natural Health and Holistic Nutrition practitioner. They hike as a team to ensure the safety and well being of all their hikers.
Carolyn is available for speaking engagements and consultations on practical lifestyle change to improve your current state of health and well being. She loves speaking to audiences about how to 'Live Your Life to the Fullest!!! Having celebrated her 63rd birthday, she isn't slowing down but rather picking up her pace. Carolyn's profession is Integrated Marketing Specialist where she specializes in online email and social media marketing including web site development, event planning and development of polls and surveys as a 7+ year business partner and expert with Constant Contact. She is a recipient of their 2011 All Star Award for being in the 10% of their customer base for outstanding click through results.She is also considered as one of their Email Marketing Experts. Check out Carolyn's web site.
Her weekly radio show 'OPALs' (Older People with Active Lifestyles) every Wednesday morning at 6:00 a.m. is temporarily suspended, however, you can listen to past shows at BlogTalkRadio.com/opals
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