Category Archives: Daniel Boone National Forest

What To See On Hike One – 2026

Posted on January 14, 2026 by sdbowling

A look at some of the sites along the first hike of the 2026 Sheltowee Trace Hiker Challenge. Continue reading →

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What is the STA Challenge? – 2026

Posted on January 1, 2026 by sdbowling

A quick look at the history of the STA Hiker Challenge as we prepare to start a new hike in 2026. Continue reading →

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What is the STA Challenge? – 2025

Posted on January 14, 2025 by sdbowling

A quick look at the history of the STA Hiker Challenge as we prepare to start a new hike in 2025. Continue reading →

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Nada Tunnel Opens

Posted on September 20, 2024 by sdbowling

For more than 113 years, the Nada Tunnel served as a gateway to the Red River Valley and the rich natural resources that lay beyond. Continue reading →

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Cumberland Falls Highway Opened

Posted on September 7, 2024 by sdbowling

State Highway Commissioner Benjamin Johnson dedicated and opened the Cumberland Falls Highway on September 7, 1931. Continue reading →

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What To See On Hike 9- 2024

Posted on August 7, 2024 by sdbowling

A look at some of the sites to see on Hike 9 of the 2024 Sheltowee Trace Challenge. Continue reading →

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A few images from Hike Eight of the 2024 Sheltowee Trace Hiker Challenge. Continue reading →

Posted on July 24, 2024 by sdbowling | Leave a comment

What To See On Hike Eight- 2024

Posted on July 10, 2024 by sdbowling

A look at points of interest on Hike 8 of the 2024 Sheltowee Trace Hiker Challenge. Continue reading →

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A few images from Hike Seven of the 2024 Sheltowee Trace Hiker Challenge. Continue reading →

Posted on June 12, 2024 by sdbowling | Leave a comment

What To See On Hike Seven- 2024

Posted on June 5, 2024 by sdbowling

A quick overview of the sites along the seventh section hike for the 2024 Sheltowee Trace Challenge- from Camp Wildcat Battlefield to the Highway 192 Trailhead. Continue reading →

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