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Update re: controlled burn impacting AT miles 121.9 to 123.4 from 2/23 to 3/9

Bluebs is a certified wildland firefighter. He dropped one of our hikers off at Burningtown Gap at 7:11 this morning (2/23).

“11 degrees up here, full of snow. No o
Early season hikers are already making their way through, and the happiness is showing!
Hey, #appalachiantrailclassof2026 — Franklin, NC is rolling out the welcome mat for you!

Starting Monday, March 2nd, the Town of Franklin is offering a FREE weekday shuttle to help you get into town safely and easily from Rock and Winding Stai
Neither Winter Storm Fern nor Winter Storm Gianna nor Winding Stairs Alpha Fire have stopped this crew!

We’ve loved hosting these folks at The Grove, and it is with every confidence that we’re cheering them on as they keep pushing north
Picking up a hiker during the weekend’s snowstorm, our vehicle hit ice and slid. Everyone involved was safe, but the situation was scary and easily could’ve played out differently. 

With the car undrivable and most towing services shut d

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Franklin, NC 28734

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We acknowledge that The Grove sits on the traditional homelands of the ᎠᏂᏴᏫᏯ (Cherokee), and we honor and respect the relationship that exists between their nation and this land.