Tag Archives: hiking

Outdoor Adventures in the Southeast

Posted on January 30, 2015 by Scott Johnson

For those who are fairly new to my blog, I wanted to go back and list some of my past posts dedicated to outdoor adventures in the Southeast. The South is rich with places to see, trails to hike, lakes … Continue reading →

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The Hiker’s Prayer

Posted on September 5, 2013 by Scott Johnson

The Hiker’s Prayer Thank you God for the rising sun. You’ve granted me another day. Your grace is amazing; bless you faithful Lord. The creation sings your praise, and I join the sound. Heal my tired soul; restore my aching … Continue reading →

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Waterfall Walks and Drives

Posted on March 19, 2012 by Scott Johnson

During my visit to Amicalola Falls State Park, I came across this wonderful book, Waterfall Walks and Drives by Mark Morrison.  It’s a wonderful guidebook for discovering well-known and not-so-well-known waterfalls throughout Georgia, Alabama and Tennessee. Morrison provides great directions … Continue reading →

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My 5 Favorite Outdoor Websites

Posted on December 4, 2011 by Scott Johnson

Looking for some helpful advice about the outdoors?  Maybe you’d like to learn how to cut down a tree or sharpen a knife or do some research for an upcoming camping trip.  Below, I’ve compiled 5 of my favorite outdoor … Continue reading →

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George L. Smith Park

Posted on June 25, 2011 by Scott Johnson

Are you looking for a great South Georgia retreat?  On our way back from Savannah, the wife and I stopped at George L Smith State Park.  The focal point of this park is the 412 acre lake, laced with cypress … Continue reading →

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Chimney Rock State Park

Posted on June 20, 2011 by Scott Johnson

“The mountains are calling and I must go.” John Muir   Trip Summary The family and I recently returned from a three day trip in Chimney Rock, North Carolina.  On Friday night, we arrived tired and hungry at the Evening … Continue reading →

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Pierce the Darkness: A Flashlight Review

Posted on April 26, 2011 by Scott Johnson

Live prepared—you never know when darkness might find you.  As hunters, the pitch-black beckons us in the wee hours of morning and swallows us up at the closing dusk.  A good flashlight will guide our steps so we don’t turn … Continue reading →

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A Walk in the Park

Posted on March 30, 2011 by Scott Johnson

With spring finely upon us, many will be heading outdoors to camp, fish, geocache or take a gentle stroll in the park.  Most states have a website dedicated to parks.  These sites play an invaluable role for planning that next … Continue reading →

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Mount Cheaha State Park

Posted on March 8, 2011 by Scott Johnson

Overview For my family, Mount Cheaha is a favorite destination for outdoor fun.  Only 2 hours from Atlanta, Mount Cheaha is located in Delta, Alabama, just south of I-20.  This mountain holds some spectacular views over a sea of green … Continue reading →

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On the Trail Again – Providence Canyon

Posted on January 21, 2011 by Scott Johnson

On our way back from the Frontier Festival in Albany, Georgia, we stopped by Providence Canyon and spent a couple of hours hiking and photographing the canyon.  We hiked the Canyon Loop Trail, about a 2.5 mile trail.  It flows … Continue reading →

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God’s Hiking Stick

Posted on January 5, 2011 by Scott Johnson

A weary backpacker stumbles down the trail.  His trusty hiking stick stops the impending fall.  The young man gazes down to the woodburned letters, “In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth.”  A smile lifts both corners of … Continue reading →

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Hitting the Trail – Pine Mountain

Posted on January 1, 2011 by Scott Johnson

Happy New Year everyone!!!! Many times, you don’t need to go far to enjoy a beautiful day on the trail.  Just yesterday, we completed Overlook Loop Trail on Pine Mountain.  The weather was perfect and so was the company.  My … Continue reading →

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