Dahlonega’s Appalachian Trail Fest 2014 ~~ Photograph by Robert Sutherland
If ever there were a place created for free olde tyme music, first dates, buying treasures, popping The Question or celebrating a treasured anniversary, it’s Dahlonega.
Dahlonega’s fame among Appalachian Trail enthusiasts extends beyond its mere proximity to the Trail.
The town welcomes adventurers who hit the Trail and sends them off each spring with the Dahlonega Trail Fest. This year’s Trail Fest was held on the weekend of March 14th.
The Appalachian Trail Conservancy appreciates Dahlonega so much the town has been awarded the honor of Appalachian Trail Community.
Cindy Tyas represented Save Georgia’s Hemlocks at Dahlonega Trail Fest 2014. ~~ Photograph by Robert Sutherland
Dahlonega Trail Fest 2014 was a rare time for hikers to gather together to share past victories and fantasies of future hikes. Music, speakers, video presentations, vendors and celebrities added extra value to the experience.
Make plans to encourage a stranger to Hit the Trail at Dahlonega’s Trail Fest 2015.
We hope you’ll enjoy a few sights from Trail Fest 2014.
My pal Valencia Morris kindly posed with a bear resistant canister at Dahlonega Trail Fest 2014. ~~ Photograph by Robert Sutherland
Georgia Appalachian Trail Club representatives (L-R) Don Converse, Claire Danielson & Joe Boone at Dahlonega Trail Fest 2014. ~~ Photograph by Robert Sutherland
Volunteers from the Sierra Club. On the left is a man named Tom. On the right is Michelle Kegler at Dahlonega Trail Fest 2014. ~~ Photograph by Robert Sutherland
Dahlonega Trail Fest ~~ Photo by Robert Sutherland
Dahlonega Trail Fest ~~ Photo by Robert Sutherland
The one piece of gear that all Appalachian Trail hikers want at some point along the Trail. This critter attended Dahlonega Trail Fest 2014. ~~ Photograph by Robert Sutherland
You’d be surprised how handy these kayaks would be when it rains on the Appalachian Trail. Appalachian Outfitters supports Trail Fest 2014. ~~ Photograph by Robert Sutherland
We’re thankful for all the vendors at Dahlonega Trail Fest 2014. ~~ Photograph by Robert Sutherland
About Author
Robert J. Sutherland is a travel writer enjoying life in Gainesville, GA.
Robert has two adult daughters, seven practically perfect grandchildren and a zippy Kawasaki. Contact Robert at [email protected].
