OVERNIGHT HIKING FELLOWSHIP OPPORTUNITY IN THE SMOKIES March 21, 22, and 23…

WE NEED FIRM COMMITMENTS BY THURSDAY NIGHT THIS WEEK IN ORDER TO RENT EAGLE ROCK LODGE

Wednesday, Thursday and Friday nights, March 21, 22, 23. We will be staying at Eagle Rock, www.eaglerockcamp.com, which is a Christian retreat located on top of bordering the southern range of the .

Eagle Rock is only 3 hours and 45 minutes from Bowling Green and is just 20 minutes outside of both Maryville and Townsend, TN. Eagle Rock sits at an elevation of 2500 ft., offering 100 mile panoramic views of both the Smoky Mountains and ( National Forest), with elevation ranging from 3500 to 6644 ft. ().

Friday evening we will visit Rocky Branch, a one-of-a-kind music venue where well-known local musicians play mountain music: www.rockybranchbluegrass.com

Various hikes and local excursions are available Thursday and Friday including: ♦ Hiking options to Charlie’s Bunion, rated a Top-10 hike in the Smokies (strenuous, 5 ½ hrs). This is on the Appalachian Trail with unmatched views. ♦ Alternatively, there is a leisurely hike up the Trail (at Elkmont Campground) good for any age, and not strenuous. This hike has spectacular river views the entire length of the trail. ♦ Great mountain views are available from the retreat itself if hiking is not your choice! An outdoor fire pit, indoor fireplace, and other amenities at the lodge will be enjoyed by all.

If you are interested in joining our trip email / call Bobby Rabold for more information at [email protected] / 270-791-7404.