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WORLD'S LARGEST 10 Commandments & the Murphy River Walk
Ride alongside as I explore the lovely Murphy River Walk in Autumn. Murphy, a quaint town in the mountains of Western North Carolina is home to not only the River Walk but also Fields of the Wood, a Christian "theme park" of sorts that boasts the World's largest Ten Commandments display, on the side of a mountain! We'll check out all of that and much more in this edition of Joyful Trails.
I'm Scott. I explore, review and rate bike trails on this channel...and hopefully find a little joy in the journey. Thanks for watching!
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Biking Virginia's Legendary High Bridge | Pt. 2
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Travel with me to Farmville, Virginia as I take on the iconic and historic High Bridge Trail State Park. We will also explore Camp Paradise and look up at the High Bridge from the banks of the Appomattox River. Along the way we'll check out Rice, Virginia, talk to a local resident, pay a visit to a restaurant called The Fishin' Pig, and enjoy another installment of Responding to Comments. Be su...
Biking Virginia's Historic High Bridge Trail | Pt. 1
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Ride along with me for thirty miles on part one of my visit to this historic Virginia rail trail! It's the iconic High Bridge Trail State Park that runs from Pamplin to Farmville to Burkeville. It's a gorgeous trail and I visited in late October to enjoy the Autumn colors. Be sure to watch our HIGH BRIDGE TRAIL video, PART TWO: ua-cam.com/video/1RDrROTIbZk/v-deo.htmlsi=rFPwsmi2w3UIGrhZ I'm Scot...
10 COOL Things to See on the SWAMP RABBIT TRAIL | Greenville, SC
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Let's take a deep dive into 10 cool things to see on the Swamp Rabbit Trail in Greenville, South Carolina! The Swamp Rabbit is a very popular rail trail with points of interest all along the way - from Travelers Rest to Berea to Greenville. In this video you'll see some unique and amazing sights; you'll also meet some new friends and learn more about the history of the trail and the history of ...
Biking the Big Four Bridge from Kentucky to Indiana!
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Join me as I introduce a brand-new guest and cross the Ohio River from Kentucky into Indiana! That's right, we're expanding the geographical footprint of the channel by adding two new states and a whole lot of fun. We'll bike Waterfront Park in Louisville, Kentucky, and then traverse the historic Big Four Bridge into Jeffersonville, Indiana. We fuel up with an awesome breakfast from Bub's Cafe ...
10 Ways to Truly Enjoy Your Bike Rides
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I've been thinking. Usually, that's dangerous. But this time I was thinking about the different types of cyclists in the world. And I came up with my own personalized list of rules for how to get the most out of your cycling experience. You might not track with every point on my list...but I'd bet the family farm that most of my guidelines or suggestions will serve you well and increase your en...
Scenic North Georgia Train Ride!
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Scenic North Georgia Train Ride!
Exploring North Carolina's CATAWBA RIVER GREENWAY
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Exploring North Carolina's CATAWBA RIVER GREENWAY
Awesome Riverside Trail in Kingsport, Tennessee!
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Awesome Riverside Trail in Kingsport, Tennessee!
Buc-ee's, Dreamland BBQ, and Nick Saban | Biking Tuscaloosa!
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Buc-ee's, Dreamland BBQ, and Nick Saban | Biking Tuscaloosa!
FLAT TIRE & HEAT EXHAUSTION in Charlotte, NC!
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FLAT TIRE & HEAT EXHAUSTION in Charlotte, NC!
Riding the Famous Hiwassee Loop | Tennessee Valley Railroad
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Riding the Famous Hiwassee Loop | Tennessee Valley Railroad
PIG ON THE TRAIL! Exploring Piedmont Medical Center Trail in Rock Hill, SC
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PIG ON THE TRAIL! Exploring Piedmont Medical Center Trail in Rock Hill, SC
Biking a Historic Rail Trail in Eastern Tennessee
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Biking a Historic Rail Trail in Eastern Tennessee
Biking the Chattahoochee Riverwalk in Columbus, Georgia | Pt. 2
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Biking the Chattahoochee Riverwalk in Columbus, Georgia | Pt. 2
Biking Columbus, Georgia
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Biking Columbus, Georgia
Biking the Tuscaloosa Riverwalk | Tuscaloosa, Alabama
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Biking the Tuscaloosa Riverwalk | Tuscaloosa, Alabama
He said WHAT?!
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He said WHAT?!
Exploring the Neyland Greenway in Knoxville, Tennessee
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Exploring the Neyland Greenway in Knoxville, Tennessee
Biking SPARKLE CITY! (Spartanburg, SC)
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Biking SPARKLE CITY! (Spartanburg, SC)
An UNDERWATER GHOST TOWN?! Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
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An UNDERWATER GHOST TOWN?! Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
A Blast from the Past | "Vintage" 2020 Video Discovered!
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A Blast from the Past | "Vintage" 2020 Video Discovered!
Biking the Maryville-Alcoa Greenway in East Tennessee
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Biking the Maryville-Alcoa Greenway in East Tennessee
Biking Florida's Jacksonville-Baldwin Rail Trail
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Biking Florida's Jacksonville-Baldwin Rail Trail
Celebrating All Things Crawfish! | Beautiful South Georgia Riverwalk
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Celebrating All Things Crawfish! | Beautiful South Georgia Riverwalk
CHANGE is Coming to the Channel | A Look at the Numbers 1 Year In
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CHANGE is Coming to the Channel | A Look at the Numbers 1 Year In
History Comes Alive | Biking Cowpens National Battlefield
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History Comes Alive | Biking Cowpens National Battlefield
Exploring the Northbank Riverwalk | Jacksonville, Florida
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Exploring the Northbank Riverwalk | Jacksonville, Florida
A Look Back at 2023 | The Joyful Trails Year-in-Review Show
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A Look Back at 2023 | The Joyful Trails Year-in-Review Show
The Virginia Creeper Trail in 5 MINUTES
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The Virginia Creeper Trail in 5 MINUTES

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @SugarPatchMaker
    @SugarPatchMaker 11 годин тому

    At least she didn't meet Santa at Denny's! 😂

    • @joyfultrails
      @joyfultrails 9 годин тому

      Ha! I almost forgot about that… 😂 well, I TRIED to forget about that… 😆

    • @SugarPatchMaker
      @SugarPatchMaker 9 годин тому

      @@joyfultrails 🤣 Sorry, I brought it up! Merry Christmas!

  • @tandemriders6791
    @tandemriders6791 12 годин тому

    My Wife and I ride a tandem bicycle and we really enjoy your videos. I personally really liked this one because when I was 7 years old, my Mom and Dad would go on vacation to visit relatives, and we always stopped here. I have tried to find this place for years now, and Thanks to you I know where it is. By the way I am 73 years old.

    • @joyfultrails
      @joyfultrails 9 годин тому

      Wow! Thank you for sharing that with me. That is awesome!

  • @robertganther3695
    @robertganther3695 День тому

    She knows who he is, and it's not good. Look up the history of santa.

  • @Jimmie-b5c
    @Jimmie-b5c День тому

    No bike, no trail, still good.

  • @mobilemiall
    @mobilemiall День тому

    Great video! You should also take in the Nashville downtown riverfront trail, and the other trails in the Nashville area. And another cool bike bridge crossing is over the Mississippi at Memphis TN.

    • @joyfultrails
      @joyfultrails День тому

      @@mobilemiall Thanks for the heads up. I’ve had Nashville sort of on my list for a while … just haven’t been able to get to it yet. I didn’t know about Memphis … crossing the Mississippi would be SUPER cool.

  • @pedrofernandez8729
    @pedrofernandez8729 День тому

    Sees you when you're sleeping, knows when you're awake? Sounds like the head of my HOA, Karen Busybody. Except she also knows how many times you flush the toilet and shower.

  • @billysbikesbrews7183
    @billysbikesbrews7183 День тому

    😂🤣🤪😜

  • @TimR123
    @TimR123 День тому

    I've actually had someone call the police because I was standing in a PARK with a camera. Apparently because I had a 'professional camera' with a long lens and I was near a pool, some 'karen'/'ken' was convinced I was some sort of creeper. Credit to the officer, he took a very non-confrontational approach in talking to me. But it was invasive and I'm sure there is a record of my name as a 'contact' with the PD on that day. So I guess maybe it's better she came whining at you? I'm glad you educated them on the legalities.

    • @joyfultrails
      @joyfultrails День тому

      Wow…people are touchy these days. But the weird thing is, they should be more used to cameras than ever before.

    • @TimR123
      @TimR123 День тому

      @@joyfultrails No joke. Although there is a joke that you allude to. They are on camera ALL THE TIME. Heck, most of the time they end up behind me, they are being recorded by the radar/tailight/cam unit.

    • @joyfultrails
      @joyfultrails День тому

      @ Yep

  • @danc8890
    @danc8890 2 дні тому

    Glad to hear someone that feels the same as me about helmets. I'm sure if I did a lot of road riding then I would probably get a helmet. But for trail riding I never use one. I rode from child to young adult and they didn't even make helmets....lol

    • @joyfultrails
      @joyfultrails 2 дні тому

      Yep. Preach! 😂

    • @danc8890
      @danc8890 2 дні тому

      @joyfultrails next time you're in Louisville let me know and I'll join ya. Born and raised here. I just recently retired and hopefully going to get out on some of the trails you've been riding. Also want to do the CtoC trail in Florida

  • @XXPS60
    @XXPS60 2 дні тому

    And the Lord spoke to you, once you reached the top and said. Go to the nearest location and buy a UGA cap and ditch the loser you are wearing. LOL

  • @PamKaiser
    @PamKaiser 2 дні тому

    Thank you for sharing this Scott. We didn’t get to ride the tweetsie trail due to rain and cold but maybe we can visit Field of the Wood on our way home. My Momma would love this. I do love river trails. It is a certain kind of relaxation for me.

  • @rljohn53
    @rljohn53 2 дні тому

    Another great video. I bet your Dad loved watching it.

  • @maryedwards3931
    @maryedwards3931 3 дні тому

    Is that you singing Amazing Grace?

    • @joyfultrails
      @joyfultrails 3 дні тому

      No, it's not. I got that from a production music library called Epidemic Sound.

    • @maryedwards3931
      @maryedwards3931 2 дні тому

      @@joyfultrailsmusic can really communicate. Luv it!

  • @lindal.8917
    @lindal.8917 3 дні тому

    This was a beautiful video with a beautiful message. I sensed that your singing was spontaneous and was certainly heartfelt . I was touched. Thanks for the humor as well. You're a funny guy, you know!

    • @joyfultrails
      @joyfultrails 3 дні тому

      Thank you! It is not me singing...but I did search thru my music library for just the right song and that one seemed to fit. I'm glad you enjoyed it!

  • @ChuckHarris-go5nz
    @ChuckHarris-go5nz 3 дні тому

    What a joyful trail thanks for sharing

  • @mobelue
    @mobelue 3 дні тому

    Pretty a-cappella song.

  • @mobelue
    @mobelue 3 дні тому

    “God’s creation!” Love it brother! We’ve going to Dillsboro and Cherokee from Harrisburg, but I believe we’ll press onto Murphy. Thanks to your video!

    • @joyfultrails
      @joyfultrails 3 дні тому

      Awesome. It's a cool little town and the River Walk is nice and peaceful.

  • @Bobo1941
    @Bobo1941 3 дні тому

    Each video is better than the previous. Excellent content and outstanding humor. More importantly, thanks for not being afraid to mention the name of Jesus our Savior.

  • @kevinseversonandhisvizslas8287

    ua-cam.com/video/Qi5GXwY7W_0/v-deo.htmlsi=FDqKhkbYJroYMCVQ How are the 10 Commandments have changed from the Jewish Bible

    • @joyfultrails
      @joyfultrails 3 дні тому

      That's a really well-made video. I need a drone. Uh-oh... I just broke one of the commandments...I mean, one of the ten sayings...I mean, one of the ten words... I'm COVETING his drone!

  • @jeffkimble8857
    @jeffkimble8857 3 дні тому

    Scott, your giant cross in KY is actually in Tennessee. 😂

    • @joyfultrails
      @joyfultrails 3 дні тому

      You’re right! I was on my way to Kentucky when I stopped and shot that video so that’s what I remembered… Oops! 😂

    • @jeffkimble8857
      @jeffkimble8857 3 дні тому

      @ I went to college in Ky, drove by there numerous times!!

    • @joyfultrails
      @joyfultrails 3 дні тому

      @@jeffkimble8857 The funny thing is...it's right next to what looks like a strip club or adult bookstore... 🤷‍♂😳

    • @jeffkimble8857
      @jeffkimble8857 3 дні тому

      @@joyfultrailsit is! There is a “faked” photo that makes the rounds showing the cross having fallen into and smashing the store! 😅. When it starts to warm up again…the wife and I will Probably be back on the Granite City Greenway or the New River trail frequently. I mentioned them to you a while back. Maybe we will see you on the trails!

    • @lindal.8917
      @lindal.8917 3 дні тому

      Well, we have one here in Kentucky too. 😊

  • @jcsadventures8975
    @jcsadventures8975 3 дні тому

    I almost fell in the St Johns while riding down the Main St Bridge, the blue one, because someone was texting in the middle of the pedestrian path.

  • @jcsadventures8975
    @jcsadventures8975 3 дні тому

    I once convinced my cousin that Baldwin was named after Alec Baldwin

    • @joyfultrails
      @joyfultrails 3 дні тому

      @@jcsadventures8975 😂😂😂 That’s hilarious

    • @jcsadventures8975
      @jcsadventures8975 3 дні тому

      @joyfultrails ive lived here my whole life and have never done that trail. That changes tomorrow

    • @joyfultrails
      @joyfultrails 3 дні тому

      @ Cool!

  • @RichardMatthews-b2f
    @RichardMatthews-b2f 3 дні тому

    Very entertaining video. Did God tell you to lose weight before or after your stop for barbecue?

    • @joyfultrails
      @joyfultrails 3 дні тому

      😂🤣😂 Well, the "revelation" was kind of a joke. I joke that I conceived in my head while I was still down on the ground. That whole 360-step climb up the hill was an elaborate set-up to a punch line. That's how committed I was to the bit. 😆 But Big Nick's was after. And if I keep eating at places like Big Nick's they may start calling me Big Scott. 😜

  • @judywelday9387
    @judywelday9387 3 дні тому

    Wonderful video and your voice is beautiful, thank you for sharing it.

  • @955lamar
    @955lamar 3 дні тому

    Another great video, and your voice on Amazing Grace was wonderful. Thank you. Now, a question I assume you have been asked many times, have you ridden the Silver Comet and Chief Ladiga Trails? A friend and fellow subscriber to your channel tells me you did a video about the Silver Comet early on, but I do not find it in your videos list. I notice your videos are generally on shorter trails, so I would recommend a snippet of the Silver Comet, starting from Powder Springs or Hiram going west to Rockmart which has a mixture of suburban and rural beauty. Highlights would be the Pumpkinvine Trestle, and the Brushy Mountain Tunnel. The Silver Comet makes the list of top ten rail trails in the country, and in my experience the top 3.

    • @joyfultrails
      @joyfultrails 3 дні тому

      That wasn't me singing, but thanks! Yes, the Comet & Ladiga have been on my radar for a long time...but I kind of wanted to set aside several days to do it ALL...and so far I just haven't been able to fit it into my schedule. But I will!

  • @alannebel2720
    @alannebel2720 3 дні тому

    Good Morning. the only thing I can say is Thank You.

  • @theoldwatchman2598
    @theoldwatchman2598 3 дні тому

    Yeah buddy!! Beautiful trail! Well done Scott. I must have missed it but how long is the trail? Any way, great trail capped off with good barbecue! But as you stood at the bottom of "Fields of the Wood" I was praying, "Lord, Send him up that mountain!" Scott, I was your biggest cheerleader every step you took to reach the top. Thank you for your inspiring content in cycling for us older folk and thank you for not being afraid to share the faith. Both are good and wholesome. Be Blessed!

    • @joyfultrails
      @joyfultrails 3 дні тому

      Thanks, I appreciate the support! I think the trail is about 4 miles...so, 8 miles out-and-back.

  • @ezekielcarsella
    @ezekielcarsella 4 дні тому

    Sigh. Another place i need to add to the Blue Ridge Explorer list! In an awkward dpot for me because id have to go 26 to 74 but definitely seems like a cool place to visit and a gorgeous river walk!

    • @joyfultrails
      @joyfultrails 4 дні тому

      Off the beaten path, but worth it. 🙂

  • @marshallg496
    @marshallg496 4 дні тому

    What a great video. Thank you

  • @cheezy-rider
    @cheezy-rider 4 дні тому

    So was Big Nicks before or after your revelation? LOL

    • @joyfultrails
      @joyfultrails 4 дні тому

      😂🤣😂 Well, the "revelation" was kind of a joke. I joke that I conceived in my head while I was still down on the ground. That whole 360-step climb up the hill was an elaborate set-up to a punch line. That's how committed I was to the bit. 😆 But Big Nick's was after. And if I keep eating at places like Big Nick's they may start calling me Big Scott. 😜

  • @lisacarrigan7680
    @lisacarrigan7680 4 дні тому

    Another great video! Beautiful Riverwalk. Have you ever ridden the New River Trail north of Hillsville, VA. It runs from Pulaski, VA to Fries, VA? It's a rail trail. 57 miles long but can be ridden in shorter segments.

    • @joyfultrails
      @joyfultrails 4 дні тому

      I've had my eye on that one for a good while, but I haven't had enough time to set aside for it... And now I understand that it was substantially damaged by Hurricane Helene. 😕 But I will get to it before too long. Thanks for the reminder!

  • @anthony8988
    @anthony8988 4 дні тому

    Hi Scott, Thanks for the review of the trail and Fields of the Wood. It reminded me that I have a cedar box I bought there over 50 years ago. The sticker on the bottom says I paid $3.75.

    • @joyfultrails
      @joyfultrails 4 дні тому

      Wow! I noticed they have a gift shop. I didn't go in there. Not sure if it was open...

  • @leegandysdroid
    @leegandysdroid 4 дні тому

    Excellente'! I vacation about a half hour from Murphy every year and have been since 2001, yet I had never heard of Fields of the Wood! I know where I'll be going next summer - and riding the trail. I had planned on doing the trail last summer, but didn't get a round tuit. Maybe this year, I'll have one. Thanks again for another great video, Scott.

    • @joyfultrails
      @joyfultrails 4 дні тому

      You need to check it out. Off the beaten path...and kind of an off-beat attraction! The trail is nice and peaceful.

  • @craigpage1261
    @craigpage1261 4 дні тому

    Cool excursion after a nice trail. That’s the stuff, right there.

  • @SugarPatchMaker
    @SugarPatchMaker 4 дні тому

    What a beautiful trail! I am so glad that it wasn't completely destroyed by the storms..... And the Fields of the Woods is another on our destination list. I saw the Ten Commandments on the post you made a few weeks ago, and I have been waiting for the video to be ready for our viewing ever since. Another great video! Thank you, Scott!

    • @joyfultrails
      @joyfultrails 4 дні тому

      Glad you enjoyed it. Yeah, I think Murphy was sort of on the outskirts of the storm-affected area.

    • @SugarPatchMaker
      @SugarPatchMaker 4 дні тому

      @@joyfultrails I saw a few pictures of a trail called New River Trail in Puluski, Virginia. Have you ever been there?

    • @joyfultrails
      @joyfultrails 4 дні тому

      @@SugarPatchMaker It's on my list! But I think large sections are currently closed due to construction and/or storm damage. But I will get to it eventually.

    • @stephenwhite546
      @stephenwhite546 4 дні тому

      Back ground music really fits this video .

    • @joyfultrails
      @joyfultrails 4 дні тому

      @@stephenwhite546 Thanks. I spent a good amount of time looking for the right music/songs. It’s gratifying for you to notice and comment on that.

  • @JimRivers-k3v
    @JimRivers-k3v 4 дні тому

    Great video! Your editing is wonderful and video work is pleasing. I want now to visit and experience this Murphy that you have presented. Keep up the good work, my brother in Christ.

    • @joyfultrails
      @joyfultrails 4 дні тому

      It's off the beaten trail...but worth seeking out. 🙂

  • @pedrofernandez8729
    @pedrofernandez8729 4 дні тому

    On second thought, don't get an e bike, you will not lose any weight if you don't pedal on your rides.

    • @joyfultrails
      @joyfultrails 4 дні тому

      Well...I guess maybe some people don't pedal if they have the throttle type. But I would just like to have a little boost going up hills. The truth is...I don't ride often enough for it to be any kind of a meaningful exercise program. I think my main problem is what I eat. January's comin'... Time to make some changes!

    • @pedrofernandez8729
      @pedrofernandez8729 4 дні тому

      @@joyfultrails How can you resist those delicious meals at places where you may never get the chance to visit again? Besides, a good ride will burn most of thos calories.

  • @pedrofernandez8729
    @pedrofernandez8729 4 дні тому

    Hey! It's Sunday evening and our friend Scott is back with another interesting trail video Excellent way to bring the weekend to a happy conclusion.

  • @michelletiffin6128
    @michelletiffin6128 4 дні тому

    Love this video! You did an amazing job as always. My parents took me to fields of the woods when I was a child and loved it. We revisited it a couple of years ago and was so glad it is still open to the public. We didn’t realize there was a bike trail nearby until your video. We are excited to add this one to our bucket list and end the day with Nicks BBQ. Thank you so much for sharing!

  • @georgegonzalez3895
    @georgegonzalez3895 4 дні тому

    Impressive !!! Ten Commandments mountain. Beautiful place !! Hopping some day have opportunities to see it all. Thanks again for the opportunity to see this beauty, go through your joyful trail lens.🙏

    • @joyfultrails
      @joyfultrails 4 дні тому

      You're welcome! It really is an incredible place.

  • @craigpage1261
    @craigpage1261 4 дні тому

    Well, I’ve binge watched your entire channel. For the first time of being on YT, I’ve clicked the bell icon. I’m gonna need you to hit more trails sir.

    • @joyfultrails
      @joyfultrails 4 дні тому

      Whoa! You deserve some sort of an award for that 😂

    • @craigpage1261
      @craigpage1261 4 дні тому

      @@joyfultrails that’s 5 stars!!!!…for the faithful Joyful Trails subscriber.

  • @craigpage1261
    @craigpage1261 4 дні тому

    Guys our age shouldn’t be eating so many cream filled cookies…just sayin’. 😃

    • @joyfultrails
      @joyfultrails 4 дні тому

      You're right! Maybe there's some kind of a 12-step program I can join... 😆

  • @craig620
    @craig620 4 дні тому

    Part 1 already had me thinking about a trip to see this trail. Certainly looking forward to that next year. But now I'm wondering, which is the OTHER trail that you've also awarded the "destination trail" title to?

    • @joyfultrails
      @joyfultrails 4 дні тому

      The Virginia Creeper Trail...which, sadly, is no longer the same after Hurricane Helene. But hopefully it will be rebuilt and restored.