2022 Jan 15, First Day Hike on Multi-Purpose Trail Wheeler Dam

Today a group of hikers meets at JWSP Cabin Office (24921 Alabama Hwy 101) for a little over the 2-mile hike. We followed in our cars to the hiking spot "The Multi-purpose Hiking Trail" with park rangers Sam and David. The trail is between Wheeler Dam and Fishmans Resort camping and lodge. It is a scenic loop that runs along the Tennessee River and Big Nance Creek.

Bathhouse 

We saw several historic ruins of the 1930s a bathhouse/restrooms. We saw a couple of overgrown Chimneys and Picnic Tables, once used by the people living here during the building of TVA's Wheeler Dam. We also saw a collapsed viewing area that overlooks the Tennessee River. The rangers said they hoped to get a grant to restore the viewing area. We stopped about midway for a group picture. (The ranger David took our picture with his cell phone and said he would email everyone a copy, I have not received mine yet)

This spot overlooking Big Nance Creek is where the group stopped for a picture. We saw several different kinds of hardwood trees, oak, and hickory. We saw a variety of wild mushrooms & berries that feed the animals that are in the park. We saw signs of deer in the soft mud and could hear the many different sounds of Alabama's songbirds.

Open Pit

We also saw a large open grill/pit used to cook outdoor meals for a large group, overgrown with a tree growing in the middle. It was a very overcast day with a chance of rain and snow. The hike began at noon and ended around 2:30 PM. It began to sprinkle as we were leaving. TVA is planning to build a powerhouse to feed the growing community. Hopefully, they will not destroy too much of the walking forest area.

Mushrooms on log 

Everyone received an "I hiked Alabama State Parks New Year's Day." The first-day hike scheduled for Jan 1, 2022, was canceled because of inclement weather. (High winds and threatening tornadoes) and rescheduled for Jan 15, 2022.

Group of hikers

A copy of the group was sent to everyone from Sam and David. We had three dogs, 10 people plus two park rangers. (One not showing took the picture)

2016 April 9, Saturday, Earth Day in Sheffield

I attended the Ninth Annual Shoals Earth Day Fest located on the lawn of the Sheffield City Hall.
I listened to Uncle Shuffelo and his Haint Hollow Hootenanny at 1:30PM

Some of the Green Projects 
Audubon
Climate Change Causes
Defenders of Wildlife
Environmental Education 
Fresh Air Family
Fun and Education Solar 
Healthy Communities 
How to build a raised vegetable garden
Solar Training
Ideas for Green High School
Taking it to the class
the American Solar Energy
the Greens
US Environmental Protection 
Protection of endangered species.

Teaching juggling

Uncle Shuffelo and his Haint Hollow Hootenanny

Sheffield City Hall

Dancing to the music 

Stopped at Ricks Barbecue for a South West wrap

Climate Change: Causes

Childhood Memories!

Memories, My memories

bottled deep inside

children laughing,

children playing 

children going down a slide.

Memories, My memories

stored away for another day

children hunting, 

children swinging

children playing in the hay.

Memories, My memories

write them down 

with pen in hand and

no tablet to be found

guess I’’ll have to go to town.

Memories, My Memories 

bottled deep inside

stored away for another 

guess I’’ll have to write 

them down another day!

Memorial Day Reminders

Memorial Day, an American holiday observed on the last Monday of May, honors men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military. 

Two brothers gave all for their country.
Major Dick Johnson 1831-1864
J.E. Johnson 1839-1864

Originally known as Decoration Day, it originated in the years following the Civil War and became an official federal holiday in 1971. 

In Everlasting Memory, We, the people of Narragansett, dedicate this memorial for the courage, valor, and sacrifices of our Veterans in Vietnam.

Jasper County KIA WWI, WWII, Vietnam and Korea

Many Americans observe Memorial Day by visiting cemeteries or memorials, holding family gatherings and participating in parades. 

Celebrating Veterans from many different Wars! 

Unofficially, at least, it marks the beginning of summer.