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Todays Georgia Hiking News Links in this section lead off this site. We are not responsible for the content on these sites. Rx for Healthy Hikes In Georgia's State Parks - Lakefront Hartwell Lakefront Hartwell Rx for Healthy Hikes In Georgia's State Parks Lakefront Hartwell Georgia's State Park system has teamed up with the Georgia Association of Physicians Assistants (GAPA) for a new “Rx for Fitness” Program. Physician assistants can prescribe healthy hikes in the great outdoors, and patients can turn in their ... Hike of the Week: Hadley Mountain provides great views, requires great effort - Poughkeepsie Journal Hike of the Week: Hadley Mountain provides great views, requires great effort Poughkeepsie Journal We'd brought snowshoes, but a returning hiker in the parking lot said we wouldn't need them on the heavily-packed-down trail. Background: Here we go again. I'm goal-oriented, to put it mildly. You don't walk from Georgia to Maine twice, ... and more » Take a trek up Panola Mountain in the afternoon, at sunset, or under the full moon - Rockdale Citizen Take a trek up Panola Mountain in the afternoon, at sunset, or under the full moon Rockdale Citizen Panola Mountain State Park is located at 2600 Ga. Highway 155 in Stockbridge and features a 100-acre granite mountain only open to the public through organized, ranger-led hikes. Also at the park are paved biking/walking trails, two lakes, ... For REM Fans, Tunes May Linger But Trestle Faces Day of Reckoning - Wall Street Journal For REM Fans, Tunes May Linger But Trestle Faces Day of Reckoning Wall Street Journal By CAMERON MCWHIRTER ATHENS, Ga.—In a verdant park tucked away in this southern college town sits a partially demolished railroad trestle. Strands of dead kudzu hang from its log supports. Parts of the wood crumble to the touch. CHI celebrates 10th anniversary -2/6/2012, 9:52 AM - Hays Daily News Hays Daily News CHI celebrates 10th anniversary -2/6/2012, 9:52 AM Hays Daily News And for nearly 10 years, the Hansons have been loyal members, staying in shape for their hiking and skiing hobbies. "We don't want to go gracefully into old age," said Zava, 61. "So we have some hobbies that require good physical condition. and more » Appalachian Trail Conference changes hands - The Herald-Mail The Herald-Mail Appalachian Trail Conference changes hands The Herald-Mail By RICHARD F. BELISLE richardb@herald-mail.com David Startzell's legacy as executive director of the Appalachian Trail Conservancy for 25 years was buying thousands of acres to protect the national scenic hiking trail, and get it off public roads and ... Retired U of I professor traces kin's 3000-mile march through South - Carmi Times Retired U of I professor traces kin's 3000-mile march through South Carmi Times But instead of lacing up his hiking boots, Hannon, a retired professor from the University of Illinois, drove over a two-week period in June 2010 to learn about his family roots firsthand. "I could have walked that, too, over four years' time, ... and more » Cabin Rentals in North Georgia - GSMVRO Expands Cabin Rental Division to North ... - San Francisco Chronicle (press release) Cabin Rentals in North Georgia - GSMVRO Expands Cabin Rental Division to North ... San Francisco Chronicle (press release) Area activities include mountain biking, whitewater rafting, rock climbing, canoeing, hiking, tubing, gold mining, horseback riding, all terrain vehicle(ATV) rentals and more. The list of attractions in north GA is so long they all cannot be included ... and more » Family to hike Appalachian Trail - WLFI.com Family to hike Appalachian Trail WLFI.com The Rainwaters are preparing to hike the Appalachian Trail. The Appalachian Trail runs from Springer Mountain in Georgia all the way up to Mount Katahdin in Maine. Lisa Rainwater said her family is up for the challenge. "We're just the average family ... and more » 1000-Mile Exploring Team In Hendry County - Southwest Florida (blog) 1000-Mile Exploring Team In Hendry County Southwest Florida (blog) After paddling, biking and hiking nearly 300 miles, the explorers will be spending the afternoon with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services' Forest Resource Administrator Kevin Podkowka. Podkowka will show the sights of the ... Google News

Outdoors Featured Article Fishing for Cutthroat Trout 02/06/12 by Ken Austin Experienced fishermen know all about the cutthroat trout. That is because it is a huge gaming fish and it is difficult to catch. Why, then do so many fisherman go cutthroat trout fishing? These fish can be big and they offer a great flavor no matter if you plan to smoke, fry, or bake it. Cutthroat trout are some of the best fish to be caught. The cutthroat trout is also known by other names including coastal cutthroat, Yellowstone cutthroat, Clark's trout, salmo clarki, lake trout, and other names. The fish has two forms that seem hard to separate. These two forms are the coastal cutthroat and the westslope or Yellowstone cutthroat. Cutthroat trout are about 12- 15 inches long and weigh anywhere from two pounds on up to 17 pounds. Quite a difference! The color of these fish is amazing. One characteristic to knowing the cutthroat trout is that it has two yellow or orange-red markings on the side of the lower jaw. The coastal cutthroat is dark green with black spots. This fish has silvery sides. The Yellowstone cutthroat is different. It has a body that is yellow to green. The sides of the head, the front of the fish's body, and the belly have a red coloring. The cutthroat trout can be found in pretty much any type of water. But, it is mostly found west of the Rocky Mountains. The Yellowstone cutthroat is found in western Alberta in the headwaters of rivers. The two types seem to be separated by an area that has predominantly rainbow trout in it. The cutthroat trout is an ocean migrating fish. They do spawn from February through May. When you find a cutthroat trout you will know it is a cutthroat by several characteristics. The head is blunt with a long jaw that extends past the fish's eye. Cutthroat trout fishing is a popular sport. This is because the cutthroat does not allow you to just grab it. You'll need to struggle with it quite a bit and once you get it, you will be amazed with the rich, orange-red colored flesh. About the Author Ken Austin http://trout-fishing.gdrmarketing.com

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