Category Archives: Sheltowee National Recreation Trail

Remembering Little Archie

Posted on January 21, 2021 by sdbowling

N36.50233 – W-84.65020 The Sheltowee Trace National Recreational Trail runs through many counties in eastern Kentucky and eventually works its way to the terminus in Tennessee.  Along this 353-mile path through the woods, thousands of hikers each year enjoy the … Continue reading →

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2019 Hike 3- Clear Creek to Suspension Bridge

Posted on March 11, 2020 by sdbowling

Hike 3 for the 2019 Sheltowee Trace Hiker Challenge. Continue reading →

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Scientific Observations and Exploration of the Unexplained Phenomenon of “Steve Miles”

Posted on February 27, 2020 by sdbowling

By Stephen D. Bowling Since the inception of the Sheltowee Trace Association in 2009, legends and lore of the trail have helped bring a certain charm and individuality to this storied woodland path.  Common “characters” and a few weirdos (some … Continue reading →

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New Year Arch (possibly Pounder Arch)

Posted on February 20, 2020 by sdbowling

Located just yards off the Sheltowee Trace on the left approximately 2.39 miles from the 192 Trailhead.  It is easily located on your hike to Van Hook Gorge and Falls.   I located this arch on New Year’s Day 2020 … Continue reading →

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Questions from the Trail

Posted on January 14, 2020 by sdbowling

I had the honor of hiking with Section 1 of Alpha Team as they started the 2020 Sheltowee Trace Association Challenge on Saturday, January 11 and 12. It was a great hike with a mix of experienced and novice hikers … Continue reading →

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2020 Sheltowee Challenge Hike 1

Posted on January 11, 2020 by sdbowling

Northern Terminus to Morehead Yep, I am at it again.  The Sheltowee Trace has such a draw that I keep coming back. I decided to go to Morehead to support the hikers doing the 2020 Challenge.  I loaded my pack … Continue reading →

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Hike 1- Northern Terminus to Morehead

Posted on January 1, 2020 by sdbowling

Sheltowee Trace Challenge 2019 Hike 1- Northern Terminus to Morehead Saturday, January 12, 2019 I was up early and headed to Morehead in the snow to hike the Sheltowee Trace.  I left Jackson about 6:45 with the roads covered.  The … Continue reading →

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2019 Hike 2- Morehead to Clear Creek

Posted on December 31, 2019 by sdbowling

Sheltowee Trace Challenge Hike 2 – Morehead to Clear Creek Trailhead The weather forecast was not kind.  The enthusiasm exuded through the smiles of the weatherman on all of the Lexington news channels.  The more they talked about it the … Continue reading →

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What is the Sheltowee Trace Challenge?

Posted on December 30, 2019 by sdbowling

A True Challenge to the Body and Mind By Stephen D. Bowling Through the Daniel Boone National Forest in Kentucky runs a hidden gem.  A footpath that leads from Rowan County, Kentucky, through miles of wonder to Burnt Mill Bridge … Continue reading →

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