We took a hike up to Rabun Bald. It is a two mile hike. For those that do not know, Rabun Bald is the second highest peak in Georgia at 4696 Ft. Our house is at 3652 feet. The path going up is around the corner from us, so we loaded up the goats and headed out. Tom of course, did not want to bring the goats, thought they would end up slowing us down. He realized quickly the goats loved it and Katie was the slow-down. 
He ended up carrying her most of the way back down. It was a perfectly beautiful day with a cool breeze blowing, sun shining and few clouds. Of course, we did not see any wildlife beyond a few snails. Contrary to Tom’s belief, the goats bleating did not in fact, attract bears.
I’m trying to upload some photos now.
Things to remember:
1. 3 year olds can’t really hike 4 miles up hill.
2. Even if they say they are tired, if something interests them, they have more energy that you.
3. Down hill is much nicer and much faster.
4. The tower at the top is fantastic, however, I will not be carrying my telescope up there any time this century.
5. The decision to make it so you can’t drive up was not a good idea, in my opinion.
6. Trail goats are cool.
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