Tuesday, October 5, 2010

Blood Mountain ( Easy/Moderate Weekend Backpacking Trip)

Blood Mountain
Leave- Friday 5:00pm.
Return- Sunday 3:00pm.
Coast- $50
     Blood Mountain is the 6th tallest mountain in Georgia coming in at 4,458 ft. The name Blood Mountain comes from a battle that took place between the Cherokee and Creek Indians, which took place on the mountain near Slaughter Gap. The Creek lost giving the mountain to the Cherokee, who consider it a holly place.
     Our weekend will began with the drive to Vogel State park, where we will camp out the first night in a primitive campsite. Saturday morning we will begin with breakfast and a short walk around the campgrounds lake (Lake Trahlyta). Then we will depart towards the approach trail for Blood Mt, which is about a mile drive. There we will hike roughly 2 miles (good hike) to the summit, where we will camp out Saturday night. Sunday morning we will hike back down to the car for the ride home.



Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Friday
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On the road
Saturday
French Toast, Bacon, OJ, Apple/Orange
Chicken/Cheese Quesadilla, Refried Beans, Spanish Rice  
Blue Cheese Burgers, Fried Potatoes, Hot Chocolate, Freeze Dried Ice-cream
Sunday
Tropical Pancakes, Oatmeal/Grits, Apple Cider
On the road
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If you are interested in this trip or any other trip like it please contact me at CovingtonOutfitters@gmail.com
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Monday, October 4, 2010

CamelBak Cloud Walker Hydration Pack 70 fl. oz.


Do you find yourself with a head ach, tired, or just straight up thirsty while at school or walking around campus? Well more than likely it's because you are dehydrated. Most students don't drink nearly enough water throughout the day which leads to these discomfortable symptoms. Covington Outfitters provides a product that can take care of all of that and doubles as a backpack! The CamelBak Cloud Walker is our featured product that conveniently holds up to 70 fl. oz. of water and offers enough space to hold your books. So stop being stubborn and fix the problem by placing an order at CovingtonOutfitters.com

CamelBak Cloud Walker Hydration Pack 70 fl. oz.


The CamelBak Cloud Walker hydration pack is perfect for short outings and day hikes, offering storage for your gear and water for your body!


  • OMEGA HydroTanium reservoir is made from a strong polyurethane film for tensile strength and burst resistance

  • HydroGuard technology inhibits bacterial growth on reservoir and tube surfaces (does not protect user from disease organismsplease wash reservoir after each use)

  • Big Bite valve is ergonomically positioned for easy drinking; handy HydroLock securely shuts off water flow

  • Reservoir is taste free, easy to clean and easy to fill via its large, 3.5-in. opening

  • Reservoir stores in its own compartment, conveniently accessible from outside the pack

  • Main compartment holds gear while the outside zippered pocket keeps small essentials close at hand

  • Independent Suspension Harness with Air Mesh back panel wraps shoulders for stability and ventilation

  • 2 compression straps help stabilize the load

  • Features an abrasion-resistant ripstop nylon and polyester construction



  • This is also a great product for ALL STUDENTS!!