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« on: January 23, 2012, 05:42:07 PM »
Any suggestions for a place with a view other than McDill Pt.? We've decided the hike to McDill would be too much for some of our guests. Thanks for any input you have.
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« Reply #1 on: January 23, 2012, 05:48:23 PM »
Why not the overlook on 281?  Nice view and folks can park and walk up. Any view on the Pinhoti means climbing, AFAIK. Or the view from Cheaha?
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« Reply #2 on: January 23, 2012, 07:17:09 PM »
Quote from: shhQuiet on January 23, 2012, 05:48:23 PM
Why not the overlook on 281?  Nice view and folks can park and walk up. Any view on the Pinhoti means climbing, AFAIK. Or the view from Cheaha?

Thanks!  I'll check it out.....
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« Reply #3 on: January 24, 2012, 07:25:32 AM »
The Rock outcropping on the Cave Creek Trail is a shorter and easier hike than McDill, but it's still a fair distance. 
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« Reply #4 on: January 24, 2012, 11:29:35 AM »
There is a view at the Pinhoti dedication moment that is not too far down the trail. There is marriage rock on the Cave Creek trail. You may want to look at Bald Rock. There is a nice board walk that goes to the spot. Cheesy
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« Reply #5 on: January 24, 2012, 12:32:04 PM »
I personally like the lake view across the dam at Choccolocco.  You might be able to get the ATCA to open the gate and darn near drive right to the shelter.
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« Reply #6 on: January 24, 2012, 12:51:16 PM »
The clearing at the dam of Sweatwater lake would be a short walk if you have a good 4x4 to shuttle guests down to the trail.
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« Reply #7 on: January 24, 2012, 01:00:49 PM »
My only concern with Sweetwater is that's is commonly known and used by locals. When I did my first thru, as I was passing there I became blatantly aware that it was officially 'redneck nekkid swimming day.'  This was a memo I did not receive, nor was I warned of... :-/
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« Reply #8 on: January 24, 2012, 02:59:46 PM »
That's just entertainment for the reception  Grin
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« Reply #9 on: January 24, 2012, 03:17:42 PM »
Trust me, it was more scary than entertaining!
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« Reply #10 on: January 25, 2012, 02:52:15 PM »
Appreciate the ideas! I think we've found a spot. It doesn't have an awesome view but it is in the woods and that is where I like to be. Smiley Plus the drive will be fairly decent for even cars.
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« Reply #11 on: January 25, 2012, 10:22:19 PM »
Bald Rock!

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« Reply #12 on: January 27, 2012, 11:57:06 AM »
Are you going to hike off into the sunset after the ceremony and reception featuring fresh filtered or Steri-pen-ed water, Cliff Bars and GORP ?

Are you registered at REI, Campmoor or locally?

Let God bless

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« Reply #13 on: January 27, 2012, 07:13:06 PM »
Quote from: Cuffs on January 24, 2012, 01:00:49 PM
My only concern with Sweetwater is that's is commonly known and used by locals. When I did my first thru, as I was passing there I became blatantly aware that it was officially 'redneck nekkid swimming day.'  This was a memo I did not receive, nor was I warned of... :-/

Hey, there's nuttin rong wid redneck nekkid swimmin day. Next time don't be so shy. Jus jump on in!
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« Reply #14 on: January 28, 2012, 07:32:52 AM »
Quote from: Cuffs on January 24, 2012, 01:00:49 PM
My only concern with Sweetwater is that's is commonly known and used by locals. When I did my first thru, as I was passing there I became blatantly aware that it was officially 'redneck nekkid swimming day.'  This was a memo I did not receive, nor was I warned of... :-/

Those weren't locals, Just some of Homewood's society relaxing in the country!
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« Reply #15 on: January 28, 2012, 09:29:24 PM »
Bob, that's exactly right. They come over here all the time.
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« Reply #16 on: January 28, 2012, 09:33:42 PM »
Most everyone in Homewood has all their teeth. At this little Sweetwater soire, teeth were optional.
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« Reply #17 on: January 29, 2012, 06:40:59 AM »
Quote from: Firedog on January 28, 2012, 09:29:24 PM
Bob, that's exactly right. They come over here all the time.

Actually, I think it was a combined event,
The Homewood Garden Club and
The Jeffco Solar Friends.
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« Reply #18 on: February 21, 2012, 03:15:12 PM »
Did you get hitched yet or are you still deciding?
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