The TrailBlazers Hiking Club is a group based in Fort Smith, Arkansas, dedicated to enjoying the outdoors in the Ozarks and Ouachita Mountains of western Arkansas and eastern Oklahoma. THCFS schedules several hikes a month, some long and some short, some difficult and some more laid-back. Some of us have hiked for years and some just started, but we all enjoy the outdoors. If this describes you and you're in the area, you're welcome in our group!

THCFS hikes are scheduled almost every weekend from fall to spring. Look at the Events section to pick out one that fits your preferences. Slip on some comfortable walking shoes, grab a water bottle and a snack, and come join us for a hike!

Hike Report

2009-05-17 End of Season Picnic
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In keeping with tradition the TrailBlazers ended our seventh season with hiking and a picnic at Devil’s Den. Fortunately the weather was great because this has been a topsy-turvy year with a blistering hike early in January and then some bone-chilling and/or wet hikes later in the season!

Eloise led a hike on the scenic Devil’s Den trail where the waterfalls were flowing beautifully. The more ambitious, led by Doug, tackled the Crevices, an offshoot of the Devil’s Den trail where there are several steep canyons that involve a lot of scrambling and climbing in and out. What kind of Wheaties does Billigene eat for breakfast? The last contingent hiked up to Yellow Rock where they were rewarded with a spectacular overview of the park.

Last but not least, the afternoon was topped off with our traditional wiener roast with all kinds of side dishes and desserts contributed by the members. A perfect way to end our season! We look forward to seeing everyone at our eighth kickoff picnic in October.

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Thoughts

12/9/2008 8:37:35 AM      Subject: TrailBlazers Newsletter
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Weekly hike reminders and other announcements are now being sent via our web site newsletter function. If you want to be on the distribution list, please go to the EVENTS section and follow the instructions to sign up.

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