It’s a great time of the year to go hiking in Panthertown Valley and the Friends of Panthertown would like to invite you to join us on Tuesday, March 1, 2011 for a fun group hike into the valley.
Join the Friends of Panthertown Valley on Tuesday, March 1, 2011 at 11 am for a fun, informal hike into Panthertown Valley leaving from the Salt Rock parking area.
The long-range views are less obstructed without leaves on the trees, and the weather is just starting to warm up enough to enjoy hiking without the necessity of a winter jacket. Wear good shoes and bring plenty of water, rain protection (just in case), lunch, snacks and anything else you think you might need. Leave no trace: pack it in, pack it out.
In celebration of the 100th anniversary of the Weeks Act, each month we plan to host an informal group hike into Panthertown Valley.
PLEASE: NO DOGS for this group hike. We love pets, but this hike is for people, only. Thank you.
Care to join us? Find out about our upcoming hikes, volunteer work days, conservation projects, and other opportunities to get involved. Sign up to be on our mailing list to make sure you stay in the loop.
For more information about Panthertown Valley or to learn about volunteer opportunities, conservation projects, and to learn how you can help protect this precious resource, please contact Jason Kimenker, Coordinator for the Friends of Panthertown at (828) 269-HIKE (4453), e-mail friends@panthertown.org or visit www.panthertown.org.
Click here to find out how you can join us and become a supporting member of Friends of Panthertown or you can also click here to learn how to make a tax-deductible donation and help protect this incredible place for future generations to enjoy.
Explanation of the legislative history of the Weeks Act, passed in 1911. The Weeks Act enabled the creation of the eastern national forests. The clip is a DVD extra from “The Greatest Good,” a documentary on the history of the U.S. Forest Service.