This hike will explore TCWP’s newly acquired 30-acre property on Ramsey Branch at the Obed Wild and Scenic River. We will meet at the Obed Wild and Scenic River office at 208 Maiden Street, Wartburg. at 9 a.m. Eastern (8 a.m. Central) and carpool from the office to the parking area near the property. Those wishing to carpool from Oak Ridge to the Obed officecan meet at the Gold’s Gym/Books-A-Million parking lot (at the end close to S. Illinois Avenue, near Salsarita’s) in time to leave for Wartburg no later than 8:30 a.m. Eastern.
Our hike will explore the beautiful Ramsey Branch property, including a mature hardwood forest, small waterfall, and stream. If we have time, we’ll also walk to an overlook of the Obed watershed on the property. Please bring sturdy hiking shoes, hiking poles (as needed), water, sunscreen, insect repellent, and snacks. Expect the hike to end by 1 p.m. Eastern.
Contact Chuck Estes at 865-207-0143 or chucklola@bellsouth.net for any other details.
