looking for a hiking club

[bellaleo]

I am new to hiking and would like to get out more. I don't know anyone in my area that really likes to go out hiking. I  would like to join a club or group so I can meet other hikers and get in on some group hikes and hopefully meet some hiking buddy's that I can hiking with often. I am about 30 min from the base of Cheaha Mount and live almost in the shadow  of Dugger Wilderness. So there are plenty of places  I can go I just don't wont to go alone. If anyone  knows of a good group or club to join or you are looking for a hiking buddy let me know.

Thanks
Bella

[weathermansam]

jaybird's pinhoti challenges would be a great place to start!

[bellaleo]

Thanks. I sent him a message asking when they are.

[ednotmilkman]

or just meet others on this site by asking - reading when someone will be going out and join them.

I hope to have time myself for maybe a 3  to 5 night hike in the next month but would hope to find one or 2 of you to go with me if possible. If you have time to drive to north Ga, you can often find people to hike the AT with over at whiteblaze.net

[bellaleo]

thanks.  i have not been out overnight yet but i am really looking forward to it.  i still need to find a tent.  almost got one last week but i decided to get a water filter. i have been on two hikes one of witch i ran out of water and the other one i had to conserve my water. it really messes with your head when you water gets low.

if any one has a tent to sell let me know.

[Firedog]

Bellaleo, Since you live in Oxford, I think I remember correctly, Check out the Anniston Outdoor Association.
 
http://www.ag.auburn.edu/.../grassroots/aoa/index.htm
http://www.facebook.com/p...sociation/107844295921728
http://www.annistonal.gov/pages/?pageID=83

These links will get you intouch with them.
Keith Hudson chairs the group and has started a Facebook page. Also Phil Martin is in this area also and has Coldwater Mountain Hikers on Facebook.

http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#!/group.php?gid=316993141023&ref=ts

I also have found some good deals on tents on eBay. I have a Wenzel 2 man tent they are fairly light and cheap.
Carl W.

[bellaleo]

Thank you so much for the links. The AOA sounds like a great group. I will be joining them soon. They have a lot of upcoming events.