Dauset Trails

S﻿QFH is a hike group in the Middle Georgia area that provides a safe space while offering trail awareness, art hikes, and healing hikes.  We practice Leave No Trace and promote that the outdoors is for everyone and every body.

Southern Queer Folk Hikes

Dauset Trail Bike and Hike Trails - Jackson, GA - 1-5 miles/Moderate

Dauset Trails Bike and Hike Trails

We will be hiking at Dauset Trails. The parking and trailhead are separate from the entrance to the nature center. It is a gravel parking area, also not to be mistaken with the horse trailhead. It is best to use 400 Mt. Vernon Church Rd. to get there. Parking is free.The hike distance will be determined by those in attendance. We are able to do 1 mile to 6 miles and anything in between. The trail is moderate due to a couple of short but steep hills and the trail has rocks, tree roots, and bridges. If needed, this trail can be done with a cane or trekking poles. The pace is always determined by the slowest person, this is why I will always show extended timeframes for hikes. They may not last as long as posted. The idea is to enjoy and be mindful rather than racing to the end. No one is left behind.What to bring:Water - always bring more than you think you'll needClosed-toe shoes - tennis shoes work just fineMoisture wicking clothing, layers if it is cooler - workout clothing works wellTick preventative - I always have spray to shareSunscreen if neededPack to carry it all - this doesn't have to be anything fancy, it just gets annoying to carry a water bottle through the whole hike. Plus, how else will you carry your snacks? There are portapotties located in the parking area. If you have the need of one while hiking, you'll have to find a tree. We practice Leave No Trace, which means we pack out anything we pack in, including toilet paper. I always have wipes, dog poop bags, and hand sanitizer for these moments. Another good reason to bring a pack.This link will take you to a liability waiver - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1c28dKFe1wYnQWW9p9ZnOMqANLA13OFs-kPaV3GmrNCg/edit?usp=sharing By signing up, you agree to the waiver.My hikes are meant to get people outside and experience the healing power of nature. To curate this, I ask that all speakers be left at home. There is no diet talk or any other topics that assign a morality to our bodies or movement. This group is inclusive and meant to be a safe space so please understand that there will be people from every way of life. Hatred, bigotry, or any other discriminatory behavior will not be tolerated. If you think this applies to you, I can point you to some other hiking groups.Dauset Trails is private property and maintained by the owners. The nature center takes in wildlife and rehabilitates in order to release. Those animals that cannot be rehabilitated, are adopted and used in an educational capacity. Dauset Trails connects to The Creeks and Indian Springs and allows camping for groups of 15 or more. They host bicycle races and events like the Mammoth March. Please consider donating to Dauset Trails for the use of the trails.Afterwards, I typically find a local place to grab some lunch or a coffee. Jackson is close to Dauset Trails and has a mexican restaurant, a great donut shop, and a cute little coffee shop with breakfast items and pastries. Hikers are always welcome to join me.

Dauset Trails

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