🥾 Hikerodose: Forest Bathing, Sweetwater Creek (Lithia Springs)
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Join us (usually) on the 3rd Sundays of every month for a different hike around Atlanta and North Georgia.
Please note: Hikerodose events are only for contributing members of our community (who donate monthly) or for those who have come in for a private sacrament ceremony with our ministers in the past 12 months.
Become a contributing member:
https://EntheoTemple.org/membership
This Hikerodose will be on Sun, Nov 29 from 12pm-5pm, moderate difficulty, in beautiful Sweetwater State Park (about 25 miles away <1 hr drive West of Midtown Atlanta)
Red Trail:
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/georgia/sweetwater-creek-red-trail
About the state park:
https://youtu.be/NFLXf0TUyLU?si=S8xFEFw6bYIDFrZS&t=261
DURATION / DIFFICULTY:
This about 2.1 mile out and back trail is considered moderate difficulty, with a 147 ft elevation gain. The route offers a pleasant walkl with an exceptional overlook, near the end it becomes quite rocky with the river nearby, so exercise caution with your footing. The breathtaking views of the river and the surrounding forest are well worth the effort. Additionally, there are historical sites, including an old mill, that can be observed along the trail.
MEETING LOCATION:
Sweetwater Creek Park Visitor Center
1750 Mt Vernon Rd
Lithia Springs, GA 30122
BRING:
✔️Shoes with good tread
✔️Sunscreen, shades, hat
✔️Water bottle
✔️Layered clothing if it's chilly
✔️Snacks or a whole bag lunch
✔️A small backpack may be nice to have
KIDS:
Children are welcome as long as they are old enough to keep up on this hike or can be carried on your back
PETS:
Dogs are allowed. Your dog must stay on a leash at all times, including while near or in the water.
PARKING:
$10 entrance fee to the state park
FORMAT:
12:00pm - Arrive and bring everything you need in a backpack
12:15pm - Circle up at visitor's center for introductions, intention setting and subtle sacrament
1:00pm - Hike kicks off
2:30pm - Stop for lunch / picnic and discussion
4:00pm - Begin return trip back to parking lot
5:00pm - Closing circle and departure
The focus of this gathering is communion with sacrament at a level that everyone will be present and feel more connected to each other and nature.
Expect an elevated mood and sense of well-being.
The vibe will be warm and supportive. We always end up in the deep end of existential topics.
We lead with vulnerability and we welcome yours.
Become a contributing member!
https://EntheoTemple.org/membership
$25/mo supports us to continue expanding our virtual (zoom) based events to be accessible to all regardless of physical ability or location
$50/mo supports us to continue expanding our in-person potlucks, hikes, river excursions, film screenings, cultivation workshops, and more!
$100/mo supports us to continue improving the sanctuary space to start offering longer and more involved group retreats.
After the hike, some of us may stop at a local restaurant for a bit to eat before getting on the road back home.
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🥾 Hikerodose: Forest Bathing, Sweetwater Creek (Lithia Springs)
Location only visible to confirmed attendees
Hosts
About
Join us (usually) on the 3rd Sundays of every month for a different hike around Atlanta and North Georgia.
Please note: Hikerodose events are only for contributing members of our community (who donate monthly) or for those who have come in for a private sacrament ceremony with our ministers in the past 12 months.
Become a contributing member:
https://EntheoTemple.org/membership
This Hikerodose will be on Sun, Nov 29 from 12pm-5pm, moderate difficulty, in beautiful Sweetwater State Park (about 25 miles away <1 hr drive West of Midtown Atlanta)
Red Trail:
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/georgia/sweetwater-creek-red-trail
About the state park:
https://youtu.be/NFLXf0TUyLU?si=S8xFEFw6bYIDFrZS&t=261
DURATION / DIFFICULTY:
This about 2.1 mile out and back trail is considered moderate difficulty, with a 147 ft elevation gain. The route offers a pleasant walkl with an exceptional overlook, near the end it becomes quite rocky with the river nearby, so exercise caution with your footing. The breathtaking views of the river and the surrounding forest are well worth the effort. Additionally, there are historical sites, including an old mill, that can be observed along the trail.
MEETING LOCATION:
Sweetwater Creek Park Visitor Center
1750 Mt Vernon Rd
Lithia Springs, GA 30122
BRING:
✔️Shoes with good tread
✔️Sunscreen, shades, hat
✔️Water bottle
✔️Layered clothing if it's chilly
✔️Snacks or a whole bag lunch
✔️A small backpack may be nice to have
KIDS:
Children are welcome as long as they are old enough to keep up on this hike or can be carried on your back
PETS:
Dogs are allowed. Your dog must stay on a leash at all times, including while near or in the water.
PARKING:
$10 entrance fee to the state park
FORMAT:
12:00pm - Arrive and bring everything you need in a backpack
12:15pm - Circle up at visitor's center for introductions, intention setting and subtle sacrament
1:00pm - Hike kicks off
2:30pm - Stop for lunch / picnic and discussion
4:00pm - Begin return trip back to parking lot
5:00pm - Closing circle and departure
The focus of this gathering is communion with sacrament at a level that everyone will be present and feel more connected to each other and nature.
Expect an elevated mood and sense of well-being.
The vibe will be warm and supportive. We always end up in the deep end of existential topics.
We lead with vulnerability and we welcome yours.
Become a contributing member!
https://EntheoTemple.org/membership
$25/mo supports us to continue expanding our virtual (zoom) based events to be accessible to all regardless of physical ability or location
$50/mo supports us to continue expanding our in-person potlucks, hikes, river excursions, film screenings, cultivation workshops, and more!
$100/mo supports us to continue improving the sanctuary space to start offering longer and more involved group retreats.
After the hike, some of us may stop at a local restaurant for a bit to eat before getting on the road back home.
Going
Register to see all event details
Where your group belongs