Hiking in Arkansas 1/31-2/2 ?

“Stikmon,

This hike is in a national forest. That should answer your dog question. (no problem)

Ask Owl for specifics. I know they are meeting at one of the trailheads at 8:00 am Sat. But, can't remember the rest. The info is on my work computer.



As far as a stampede hikinokie. I'd say you are confusing this with some of the ECT(s). These trips are very carefully organized. The groups normally break into small groups of 4 or less hikers. There is usually someone that hikes my speed (old & slow)so I survive. Most groups don't exceed more than 8 hikers total unless Tim Ernst leads. Then his popularity seems to draw lots of folks out.

The 20 mile sections on the OHT are not particularly tough but do require a bit of endurance.

My 2 cents!

Moz”

“I will most likely be heading over VERY early on Saturday. It will probably take me about 3-1/2 hours.”

“You got room for another? I might bring my brother if it won't be too many.”

“Unfortunately it looks as if I won't be doing any hiking this weekend as my elderly mother has been admitted to the hospital in serious condition after a fall. I'll try to catch you guys next time.”

“Sorry to hear about your Mom. I hope she is doing okay.”

“To get info on the Feb. 1-2 hike you can call the hike leader, Brad Davenport at (479) 996-4649. He should be able to give you all the information you need. :) Let hiking live!!!”

“sorry bout your mom okie.




stikmon, i got the pics, ty.”

“is this hike closed...and what where will everyone be meeting.”

“I just got off the phone with Brad and we will meet at the Ozone trail head at 0800-0830 on Sat. morning. There are 13 people so far. Call Brad if you need any more info.”

“jgeils, stikmon:

The OHTA newsletter does not indicate that this hike is limited to a maximum number of participants.

If you're interested in going, give the leader a call at the number shown in the newsletter link below:
http://www.hikearkansas.com/ohtanews.html

He will be able to give you all the information.

If you prefer small groups though, be forewarned that it is not uncommon to have 15-20 people on these hikes when the weather is as nice as it's going to be this weekend.

Hope this helps.”

“Brads number is (479) 996-4649.”

“I don't know you but would like to wish you the best for you and your mother.”

“Thanks.”

“Ten people is the maximum recommended number of hikers on OHT trips.

Read the FAQ's.”

“Have you signed us up yet?”

“man, i wish i could go.....think my basketball team would miss me? it's not like they listen to me or anything.....”

“This is BuffaloBabe fixin to talk here, OK? Not Strat...not a strat-troll....can y'all (or "ya all", as they say up north...) cope?

Thanks for thinking of me, JG. :) And BTW, it would take way more than a lack of mention to offend me.

Glad you think of us an interchangeable, Strat. That's kinda sweet. Can we check the fit tonight? Please????

Arky...word to the wise. Just go ahead and cross Feb 15 off your list too. Valentine's Day weekend. Just here to help... ;-)

Strat...who cares about the team? Every coach misses one game. What really matters is, would our CHILDREN miss us? Right?? Cuz surely you were planning on taking me, too...weren't you, dear? And I'm sure you haven't forgotten your committment to me to be with kids on Friday night....Right?? Does GIRL'S NIGHT ring a bell with you????? I knew it would. :)~

Just let me know when to be ready!

Buffy”

“oh yeah...your goin out with the girls for a fondue party.....



BOW-CHICKA-BOW-BOW.......”

“busted!!! LOL hahahaha”

“Although it is better to limit the number of people on a hike doesn't mean it is better to stop the ones that would like to go. We need all the help we can get. There are alot of people out there that think nature is a secondary thing. Hope to meet you on the trail bacpac. Sounds like you really care.”

“Now you ladies are trying to take the whole weekend. You should be ashamed of yourself. I have my anniversary, Valentine's Day, and both of my kids b-days in February. They have to give me a weekend in there somewhere.”

“OMG!!! too funny!!! your back? or maybe you never left...and were just lurking and couldn't resist the opportunity to chime in with a quick snipet, hoping that no one would notice and that your presence would slip in under the radar...or is it a bacpac troll?”

“Four hours and I'm out of here! Headed to the gear shop and then.....”

“see ya all there on the morrow...Moz...Im going to the ozone campground...come on out and play tonight...hopefully, I can find some fire wood to have a nice fire when I get there. @ 11pm”

“Moz might be old, but he is far from SLOW!! Don't let him kid you! Now that he has that go-lite pack, his pack weight should come down to about 18 lbs fully loaded with food and water.

So, a word to the wise, he is a hiker to be reckoned with...

Happy Trails - I'll be headed to Florida in a few days..hope there's lotsa sunshine for Y'all and us to in Ocala NF.

Anyone hear from Sarabelle? Is she coming to Ocala?

Tex”

“lucky dawgs....”

“Chin up Stratty!! You'll be back hiking again soon!! LOL

Tell the Buffalo Babe I said "Hey Ya's!!"

Tex”

“I know Mozark doesn't have any trouble keeping up with anyone. He just likes to make us slow people feel good. :)”

“Warm weather!
Golite Sport!
17lbs this weekend. Still not my goal for a weekender! I'm shooting for 16lbs.”

“Too early here. Make that a "Golite Speed".

5:02 am I gotta head to the trail to wake up stikmon!”

“LOL Arky! You got it all wrong! I wasn't TAKING the whole weekend for Valentine's Day, I'm GIVING it! It's gonna be so, ummm, engaging that he won't even be cognizant of the passage of time. And Valentine's Day(s)in the woods is even better...I just want him for myself. ;)~

See?? It's all a perception thing! Ya know...glass half empty, half full deal.

Buffy”

“LOL Buffy! I am taking my wife to Kelts in Altus ( I am going to drink lots of Guinness) tonight for our anniversary dinner then tomorrow we are going day hiking. She won't sleep on the ground. Her idea of camping is pulling the trailer with ac,tv.stove,etc...”