Ok Guys.....several of you have expressed an interest in taking a fall ride on the Natchez Trace this year. I am willing to initiate this outing if there is a real interest in meeting up. The Weekend that I am available would be Saturday the 28th. If the trend follows the last couple of falls here, that should be a good time for fall foliage viewing. Here is what I am thinking, this is definately up to discussion:

Meetup & Ride a reasonable portion of the Natchez Trace:

Meeting place: Loveless Cafe - State Route 100 and the NATCHEZ TRACE
Meeting Time: 8:00 a.m.-ish???

MAP (http://maps.google.com/maps?hl=en&q=loveless+cafe+nashville+tennessee&ie=UTF8&latlng=36034819,-86971615,5449843551679988878)

Plan: Have Breakfast at the Loveless and then head out on the Natchez Trace (at around 9:00 a.m.). Ride for approximately 2 to 3 hours along the trace to the Tennessee-Alabama state line (near Florence Alabama). Break for lunch either riding into Florence or eating at one of the picnic areas on the trace. From that point, it is not a bad drive to Shiloh National Millitary Park in Savannah, TN. We could visit Shiloh and then return to Nashville along the trace. Another option would be to travel on to Tupelo, Ms that would be another 2 hours along the trace.

Anyone interested in attending this event, please chime in.

Who's ready for a South-East (now MID-SOUTH) Meetup???

All the crickets are beening drawn to Bob's Garage....so that's why I don't hear their sound in this thread???

http://home.earthlink.net/~henryarnold/cricket_low.jpg

There's a porch swing in Tupelo
In the shade of the south
Where the sweet honey drips offa that old hush yo mouth
It's a slow road on down
That old Natchez Trace
Through Alabama cotton fields to a state of grace

It's a crisp golden Autumn
On the Tennessee line
Rolling down to Mississippi like you's headed back in time
Town's closed on sunday
Everybody's in church
It's empty as the moon this place here on earth

And this place don't change
Some places move slow
I'm just rocking myself on this porch swing in Tupelo
I got nothing to do 'cept hang in the breeze
Ghosts of the old south all around me
Yea swing high , Yea swing low
Here on this porch swing in Tupelo

His momma musta loved him
That truck drivin' boy
With the grease monkey look and the roll 'n roll voice
Well I was just thinking 'bout him
'Cause I guess he sat here
Singing all praise to God through poverty's tears

Bernie Taupin

I know it has nothing to do with the "E" , But that is one good ride for anyone to enjoy!

RUBY NYC

I just got in from a nice litte ride on the trace....from Highway 100 (Nashville, TN) to highway 7 (FLY, TN) we saw 3 deer, 3 turkeys (wild), and 17 motorcycles :razz:

This sounds like it could be a lot of fun. My wife and I are game for a drive the weekend of October 28th. The E should be up for the drive too :-D We're taking it for a road trip to PA at the beginning of the month to see the fall colors there. Keep us informed :)

The 28th works for me......but the way this thread has taken off, It may be just you and me.

Don't say that, I still need to check my schedule.:)

Don't say that, I still need to check my schedule.:)

Well, my original post was that you all stink.....but I decided to change it. :lol:

Well, my original post was that you all stink.....but I decided to change it. :lol:

I don't stink! I took 2 showers today....:D

I don't stink! I took 2 showers today....:D

Well, I was getting tired of waiting on all of the TENNESSEE people that keep claiming to want to meet and ride the trace to speak up!!! :cry:

I give up :-(

Are you sure you want to drive the Natchez in an Element? Wait, did you say Natchez Trail, or Natchez Trace? :)

Here are a few pictures from the Washington Natchez, taken in May 2005.

Are you sure you want to drive the Natchez in an Element? Wait, did you say Natchez Trail, or Natchez Trace? :)

Here are a few pictures from the Washington Natchez, taken in May 2005.

I have never heard of the NACHES TRAIL.........the NATCHEZ TRACE is an historic route between Nashville and Natchez Mississippi....it is a FEDERAL PARK.

Natchez Trace (http://www.nps.gov/natr/)

Looks like I would enjoy the NACHES TRAIL in my 4Runner!

All the crickets are beening drawn to Bob's Garage....so that's why I don't hear their sound in this thread???

http://home.earthlink.net/~henryarnold/cricket_low.jpg

:lol: Chirp, chirp, chirp :lol: Good Luck Tricky! :razz:

:lol: Chirp, chirp, chirp :lol: Good Luck Tricky! :razz:

No kidding...with this group, I'll be lucky if I get one Element there....and I drive one :lol: :lol: :lol:

Actually, if no one else wants to go....I my just post it on the Burgman Forum and see if I can get some interest there.

The Washington Naches Trail is not well known apart from off-road drivers and history buffs. Its use as a wagon trail dates back to 1853, though it was a foot trail across the Cascade Mountains long before that. It follows the Naches river up to Naches pass, crossing a bit north of Mt Rainier. I have found references to an original spelling of Natchez. There are a number of places and towns out west that were named after places back east.

http://www.nachesvalleychamber.com/history/firstwagontrain.html

paulj

G-Man I can't go, I have to work that weekend......:-( :sad: It would have been nice to see Tony too......sigh

Well, I am out. I mentioned that ride on the burgman forum last night and they were all over it...we already have 5 confirmed and that is just in 24 hours.....I just thought it would be fun since it had been brought up here in the past.....I give up. :-(

Too bad, I was looking forward to a chance to use the new GPS I bought this past week too :neutral:

Maybe someother time perhaps. I am usually up for a nice drive through this beautiful state, provided I don't have prior engagements. :)

Too bad, I was looking forward to a chance to use the new GPS I bought this past week too :neutral:

Maybe someother time perhaps. I am usually up for a nice drive through this beautiful state, provided I don't have prior engagements. :)

Hey....sorry about that...but I may be in Cookevegas this weekend....if so I will let you know...maybe we can meet at RALPH'S! :-P :-P :-P

G

Too bad, I was looking forward to a chance to use the new GPS I bought this past week too :neutral:

Maybe someother time perhaps. I am usually up for a nice drive through this beautiful state, provided I don't have prior engagements. :)

We have shifted the Burgman ride to the 21st....so if anyone wants to do the weekend of the 28th let me know........

I think we shoud adjust the schedule to Breakfast at the Loveless Cafe......best SCRATCH biscuits in the world! :D

im off that weekend...id be up for a good little drive...keep me posted on the works

im off that weekend...id be up for a good little drive...keep me posted on the works

Well....I think that makes 3.....I would have guessed that Kissya would have taken some vacation to be able to join us.

G :-P

So how we looking? Wife and I are still planning on driving in from Cookeville if we have a green light. Anyone else reading, I encourage you to go too. How much fun would it be to have a line of toasters driving down the road?!

So how we looking? Wife and I are still planning on driving in from Cookeville if we have a green light. Anyone else reading, I encourage you to go too. How much fun would it be to have a line of toasters driving down the road?!

I am in.....but IDK....anyone else????? anyone......anyone? Beuler????

as of right now im still in

That makes 3....I cannot believe that Tennessee can only muster 3 Elements for a Natchez Trace tour......come on guys, it's only ONE SATURDAY!

I wonder what the Mini Cooper crowd would think. :-D

Number 4, here.

sul

Alright, 4 toasters in a row - who else? We know you're out there...

Alright, 4 toasters in a row - who else? We know you're out there...

Ok....4 is starting to look like a real meetup. :D

Since we are probably going to head to Nashville the night before the drive, they may not be extremely fresh, but do we need to bring you some donuts from Ralph's? :D

Since we are probably going to head to Nashville the night before the drive, they may not be extremely fresh, but do we need to bring you some donuts from Ralph's? :D

Oh HECK YEAH!!!! :D :D :D :D :D

If you are heading in on Friday night...do you already have reservations somewhere? The Brentwood area has some nice business hotels and sometimes you get a good deal.

Also, if you are on the south side of Nashville (Brentwood area) we might hook up for dinner or something on Friday night! :smile:

We'll end up staying at the in-law's in Hermitage, or at my folks house closer to the airport. The cheaper option for recent college grads :rolleyes: Not to mention we're headed to PA on a nice roadtrip the 6 - 15 of the month, so we'll have to show off pictures, brag to my father-in-law about how well the element did (he loves the car - just trying to win him over now), etc.

We'll end up staying at the in-law's in Hermitage, or at my folks house closer to the airport. The cheaper option for recent college grads :rolleyes: Not to mention we're headed to PA on a nice roadtrip the 6 - 15 of the month, so we'll have to show off pictures, brag to my father-in-law about how well the element did (he loves the car - just trying to win him over now), etc.

Hey, no problem at all.......we'll have to think about it, maybe we can meet downtown or something. I'll try to think of someting that would make it work out.

So is everyone up to revising the meeting point to the LOVELESS CAFE (http://www.lovelesscafe.com/)? We can get there around 8:00 a.m. and have a nice breakfast before we head out.

Let me know and I will update the first post of this thread.

G

Located on Highway 100 in Nashville Tennessee at the Northern Terminus of the Natchez Trace Parkway, the Loveless Cafe remains unchanged in the quaint country charm and good cooking that has made it a landmark in the South since its doors opened over half a century ago.

Nationally acclaimed and frequented by celebrities, world travelers and local appetites alike, the Loveless Cafe serves up award-winning country ham and red eye gravy, real Southern-fried chicken, and Nashville's favorite scratch biscuits with homemade preserves cooked right in the kitchen. The Loveless story has been told the world over, from Gourmet Magazine and Bon Appetit to U.S. News and World Report, CBS Television, and People Magazine. Come discover Loveless for yourself, and experience Southern dining and hospitality at their best.

Loveless Cafe's MENU (http://www.lovelesscafe.com/pdfs/supper.pdf)

Sorry for the delayed response, we took the E to PA for the week so it could see the colors change. I'm lookin at that menu, and that makes this fat boy happy - all about a good breakfast.

So is everyone up to revising the meeting point to the LOVELESS CAFE?

Works for me. Thanks.

sul

I've been away from the EOC for a bit, so I'm just now catching up on this thread.

Anyhoo, I think I can make it for at least some of the drive. Loveless sounds like an inspired choice for the initial meet-up!

Mmmm... biscuits...

- Jeff

Ok....I have updated the meeting information on the first post and will re-post it here.

Meetup & Ride a reasonable portion of the Natchez Trace:

Meeting Date: Saturday, October 28, 2006
Meeting place: Loveless Cafe - State Route 100 and the NATCHEZ TRACE
Meeting Time: 8:00 a.m.-ish???

MAP (http://maps.google.com/maps?hl=en&q=loveless+cafe+nashville+tennessee&ie=UTF8&latlng=36034819,-86971615,5449843551679988878)

Plan: Have Breakfast at the Loveless and then head out on the Natchez Trace (at around 9:00 a.m.). Ride for approximately 2 to 3 hours along the trace to the Tennessee-Alabama state line (near Florence Alabama). Break for lunch either riding into Florence or eating at one of the picnic areas on the trace. From that point, it is not a bad drive to Shiloh National Millitary Park in Savannah, TN. We could visit Shiloh and then return to Nashville along the trace.

If anyone would like to contact me prior to the meet for directions or whatever, you can catch me at fbpex2wd5sp(at)bellsouth.net or here.....I usually check the forum every day or so but I have been very busy lately.

I am really looking forward to this!!!

It is my understanding that we have a count of 5:

The one and only TRICKY VICK

Totin' Notes

sulman

Deredoc

orange_spokes

This is starting to look like a real gathering........Anyone else? Everyone got the updated meet information? If you want to contact me be sure to send me an e-mail to fbpex2wd(at)bellsouth.net

due to circumstances out of my control i have to go back home to ga that weekend...sorry...ill catch yall on the next one

Geez...I want to call off work so bad....:evil:
Like I need a reason to be bad.....*giggle*


I still have jury duty:rolleyes: ...I just want to screammmmmm!!!

And then there were 4 :razz:

orange_spokes....be careful on your trip and I look forward to meeting you in the future.

Geez...I want to call off work so bad....:evil:
Like I need a reason to be bad.....*giggle*


I still have jury duty:rolleyes: ...I just want to screammmmmm!!!

You know you have the time to take.....I got my checkstub Friday and noticed that I have 225 hours of vacation available.....if I only had a staff that could handle things while I took one.

YOU CAN DO IT!

You know you have the time to take.....I got my checkstub Friday and noticed that I have 225 hours of vacation available.....if I only had a staff that could handle things while I took one.

YOU CAN DO IT!

I don't get pto or sick days. :-(
I could call off...:)
But I'm only clear of jury duty untill the 23rd. :-(
So, if I do call off work ...I could still be called for jury duty that week.:-( :-(

I really wanted to see you guys....it's just not fair....(pout)

FOUR? JUST FOUR?!!!

C'mon....there have to be some more folks out there in TN, MS, AL, KY, GA and who knows where else that want to caravan along the Trace on a crisp autumn morning.

Four? I'm not getting up at 4 am on a Saturday to drive from C-nooga just to see three other E's.

WE NEED MORE!

sul

Soooo, are we using 2 way radios on this trip? I've been looking for a reason to buy a set... :D

Soooo, are we using 2 way radios on this trip? I've been looking for a reason to buy a set... :D

Well, I have a set of FRS units...but I just picked up this (http://www.midlandradio.com/comersus/store/comersus_viewItem.asp?idProduct=3108)....and if you had one we could use them on the trip.....one lead and one "sweeper" vehicle. :-P

They are bout $90 at Wal-Mart......nice little handheld units.

FOUR? JUST FOUR?!!!

C'mon....there have to be some more folks out there in TN, MS, AL, KY, GA and who knows where else that want to caravan along the Trace on a crisp autumn morning.

Four? I'm not getting up at 4 am on a Saturday to drive from C-nooga just to see three other E's.

WE NEED MORE!

sul

Well, that is what made the "DRAGON" ride fall apart...lack of interest. But as for this, I am planning to do it if I am the ONLY ONE! I know it's just 3 other Elements...but I will do my best to make sure you have a great time......

COME ON GUYS.......WORK WITH ME BABY! :-P

So that radio is very very nice. I'll check wally world here and see what they have. Wife and I will be there regardless. We planning on stopping along the way at a food place, or we doing the picnic thing? I ask because I'm a big guy, and it's important to know these things :grin:

So that radio is very very nice. I'll check wally world here and see what they have. Wife and I will be there regardless. We planning on stopping along the way at a food place, or we doing the picnic thing? I ask because I'm a big guy, and it's important to know these things :grin:

I'm not planning a picnic......being a big guy myself, a picnic would exceed the load limit of the E.......we will eat somewhere along the way.....depends on how much distance we make in the time available.

I am doing a similar ride this weekend on my Burgman.....planning to ride to TUPELO and back......and I have a Hockey game at 7 p.m. I did not want to put that hard of a pace on our trip...we can ride till we get tired and look for a place to eat and then ride back.

KEWL?

Sounds good to me! Thanks for the planning you've done.

Well, I have a set of FRS units...but I just picked up this (http://www.midlandradio.com/comersus/store/comersus_viewItem.asp?idProduct=3108)....and if you had one we could use them on the trip.....one lead and one "sweeper" vehicle. :-P

They are bout $90 at Wal-Mart......nice little handheld units.


Just got back from checking both Wal-Marts here, no luck on a Midland - ended up with a set of FRS/GRMS Radios...better than nothing I guess. I'll put the Midland on the old Christmas List :)

Just got back from checking both Wal-Marts here, no luck on a Midland - ended up with a set of FRS/GRMS Radios...better than nothing I guess. I'll put the Midland on the old Christmas List :)

Well shoot....the other night there were 8 in the Columbia store.....I have some FRS radios too....they just won't work with my COMM on my cycle.

Ok....I rode a section of the trace home from work tonight....saw 12 deer. :D

Ok...I put on 500 miles on the Burgman yesterday.....got some good teaser pics and video. From the looks of things, the trees should be perfect by next weekend.......awesome.

http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c131/fbpex2wd5sp/Burgman650/Natchez%20Trace/IMG_1745.jpg

http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c131/fbpex2wd5sp/Burgman650/Natchez%20Trace/IMG_1748.jpg

http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c131/fbpex2wd5sp/Burgman650/Natchez%20Trace/IMG_1755.jpg

http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c131/fbpex2wd5sp/Burgman650/Natchez%20Trace/IMG_1760.jpg

KISSYA....you sure you can't come down and enjoy some of this????

http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c131/fbpex2wd5sp/Burgman650/Natchez%20Trace/IMG_1761.jpg

Also....we saw about 15 deer, turkeys, hawks, and other wildlife....even an ED!

Even with VIDEO

http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f191/flame-on/burger-video/th_1750.jpg (http://s47.photobucket.com/albums/f191/flame-on/burger-video/?action=view&current=1750.flv)

KISSYA....you sure you can't come down and enjoy some of this????

http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c131/fbpex2wd5sp/Burgman650/Natchez%20Trace/IMG_1761.jpg

Also....we saw about 15 deer, turkeys, hawks, and other wildlife....even an ED!

Sigh...I wish I could.:sad: Great pics G-Man.

Sigh...I wish I could.:sad: Great pics G-Man.

YOU MUST GO.....I will be looking for you!

YOU MUST GO.....I will be looking for you!

You can look...G-Man. But I won't be there...:sad:

You can look...G-Man. But I won't be there...:sad:

>>>>pout<<<< :-( :cry: :-( :oops:

>>>>pout<<<< :-( :cry: :-( :oops:

I'm sorry...G-Man...:-(

I'm sorry...G-Man...:-(

That's ok.....I'll forgive you.....eventually. http://forums.guru3d.com/images/smilies/lmaa.gif

What's the latest count, Trickvick...17?

Hmmmm a ride huh? Hi guys I havent been on here in a few but wanted to say HI!

Hmmmm a ride huh? Hi guys I havent been on here in a few but wanted to say HI!

I sure hope that you are able to make it! :grin:

What's the latest count, Trickvick...17?

If Rooster makes it that will be 5

Great pics - can't wait for the weekend now =)

Great pics - can't wait for the weekend now =)

Those pictures did turn out good.....especially since the camera is mounted on my bike.....

woohoo RALPH'S DONUTS!!! :razz:

Wow, even more impressive now! Hoping for some vibrant color changes. Our leaves here are looking great for a change.

Speaking of Ralph's any special variety that we need to attain if possible?

Wow, even more impressive now! Hoping for some vibrant color changes. Our leaves here are looking great for a change.

Speaking of Ralph's any special variety that we need to attain if possible?

I like the white cream (icing) filled chocolate covered myself....like a longjohn or something.......just let me know what I owe you when you get here. :D

Ok...anyone that wants to get my cell number to make contact the morning of the meet....let me know and I will PM it to you.

G-MAN

I went flying Saturday afternoon. Here's a shot of the leaves near the Trace. Still a bit patchy, but gettin' there!

- Jeff

Great aerial photo there! Hopefully with this cold snap the colors change will speed up a bit.

It just dawned on me that I didn't reserve a space for the dog at the boarder. Sooo, it looks like it will now be my wife and dog accompanying me. Provided we won't be stopping anywhere that it could cause a problem. If so, I'll leave her at the local chinese food place on the way outta town :D

It just dawned on me that I didn't reserve a space for the dog at the boarder. Sooo, it looks like it will now be my wife and dog accompanying me. Provided we won't be stopping anywhere that it could cause a problem. If so, I'll leave her at the local chinese food place on the way outta town :D

Last weekend Sandy rode PILLION to Bill....I don't expect it to be a problem unless he/her gets car sick......does your wife like hanging out at the chinese place while you go on road trips????? :razz: :razz: :razz:

Last weekend Sandy rode PILLION to Bill....I don't expect it to be a problem unless he/her gets car sick......does your wife like hanging out at the chinese place while you go on road trips????? :razz: :razz: :razz:

I'll bring the dog then - she travels well. The wife doesn't like chinese food restaraunts, but its better than dragging her with me, and her trying to navigate (she thinks she can read a map :twisted: )

Anywho, weekends almost here!! Can't wait for the drive! :D :D

I'll bring the dog then - she travels well. The wife doesn't like chinese food restaraunts, but its better than dragging her with me, and her trying to navigate (she thinks she can read a map :twisted: )

Anywho, weekends almost here!! Can't wait for the drive! :D :D

Just be sure not to tie the pup to the rear bumper.....THP seem to not like that :razz:

Just arrived in Nashville - really looking forward to the drive tomorrow. We'll be at Loveless around 8am. The in-laws are going to take care of the dog so we don't ahve to worry about her while we eat.

On a side note - Ralph's Donuts at 6:30pm on a Friday = CHAOS. I walked away with 2, count em, 2 donuts...crazy senior citizens and their donuts on fridays....

Just arrived in Nashville - really looking forward to the drive tomorrow. We'll be at Loveless around 8am. The in-laws are going to take care of the dog so we don't ahve to worry about her while we eat.

On a side note - Ralph's Donuts at 6:30pm on a Friday = CHAOS. I walked away with 2, count em, 2 donuts...crazy senior citizens and their donuts on fridays....

I have been swamped today at work....just got home and have some reading to get done yet. I will be there at 8......might be sleepy but I am really looking forward to it!

TWO is the most I have had in quite some time!

See you in the morning!

Gerald

Ok...I am heading out now.....looking forward to seeing you all there.

Let's DO IT! :D

Here's some photos of what you missed. Had a blast - thanks again for leading G. I hope to meet more of you at a drive in the near future!

http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c391/Deredoc/Esattheriverside.jpg

http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c391/Deredoc/GsE.jpg

http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c391/Deredoc/EsatOverlook.jpg

http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c391/Deredoc/BridgeoverTNRiver.jpg

http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c391/Deredoc/NatchezBridge.jpg

http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c391/Deredoc/PicfromEattheoverlook.jpg

wow! what beautiful pics. tennessee is a gorgeous state.

wow! what beautiful pics. tennessee is a gorgeous state.

It was not all Tennessee ann.....we visited Alabama and Mississippi too!!!

http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c131/fbpex2wd5sp/Element/Natchez%20Trace/IMG_1878.jpg

http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c131/fbpex2wd5sp/Element/Natchez%20Trace/IMG_1895.jpg

Don;t you just love that color BLUE on Brenda!!!

I have many more pictures...but only a couple more tonight.

http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c131/fbpex2wd5sp/Element/Natchez%20Trace/IMG_1858.jpg

http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c131/fbpex2wd5sp/Element/Natchez%20Trace/IMG_1846.jpg

Ok...a few more!

http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c131/fbpex2wd5sp/Element/Natchez%20Trace/IMG_1835.jpg

Yuck.....dirty windshield on a section of the old trace:

http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c131/fbpex2wd5sp/Element/Natchez%20Trace/IMG_1841.jpg

This is the TOKEN mirror shot.....look, the kids are reclined and asleep!

http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c131/fbpex2wd5sp/Element/Natchez%20Trace/IMG_1831.jpg

http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c131/fbpex2wd5sp/Element/Natchez%20Trace/IMG_1837.jpg

Gordon House:

http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c131/fbpex2wd5sp/Element/Natchez%20Trace/IMG_1839.jpg

Early Morning Scenes:

Birdsong Hollow:
http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c131/fbpex2wd5sp/Element/Natchez%20Trace/IMG_1807.jpg

Turkeys (hey, which one is BOB????):
http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c131/fbpex2wd5sp/Element/Natchez%20Trace/IMG_1804.jpg

And we saw 15 deer........I love WHITE TAIL :oops:

http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c131/fbpex2wd5sp/Element/Natchez%20Trace/IMG_1801.jpg

http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c131/fbpex2wd5sp/Element/Natchez%20Trace/IMG_1815.jpg

The Mighty Tennessee River:
http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c131/fbpex2wd5sp/Element/Natchez%20Trace/IMG_1858.jpg

Elvis' Birthplace.........such a small little place:

http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c131/fbpex2wd5sp/Element/Natchez%20Trace/IMG_1893.jpg

http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c131/fbpex2wd5sp/Element/Natchez%20Trace/IMG_1886.jpg

Breakfast at the Loveless Cafe.....I LOVE their biscuits!!!

http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c131/fbpex2wd5sp/Element/Natchez%20Trace/IMG_1819.jpg

We requested a table for 8 even though no one else showed up!
http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c131/fbpex2wd5sp/Element/Natchez%20Trace/IMG_1821.jpg

Beautiful trees!

http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c131/fbpex2wd5sp/Element/Natchez%20Trace/IMG_1827.jpg

http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c131/fbpex2wd5sp/Element/Natchez%20Trace/IMG_1828.jpg

And Adam....thanks for the Ralph's DONUTS....I will enjoy them in the morning!

The 28th works for me......but the way this thread has taken off, It may be just you and me.

Just went back and read this....I should have known way back then that this was how it would turn out....but it was STILL GREAT TO MEET YOU GUYS!!! :razz:

We had a great time that was followed up by the PREDS winning in Calgary!!!

Great pics G-Man......the trees are so beautiful. :D Sorry, I missed it.

Awesome pics guys, thanks for sharing. If you do this again next fall we'll be there. Even if we have to make a 4 day weekend out of it to make the round trip from Aiken SC.

Sure looks nice. I'd try to make it next year also.:D

I just got one more picture to post....the CREW at Birdsong Hollow:

http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c131/fbpex2wd5sp/Element/Natchez%20Trace/GeraldandFamilys.jpg

My wife and I:

http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c391/Deredoc/BirdsongHollow.jpg

Looks like it was a cool trip! I was hoping to at least make it out for the breakfast part of it, but I had to be back in town early for a Memory Walk (http://www.alz.org/memorywalk/overview.asp) at Centennial Park. It would've been cutting it too close.

Great weather for the ride though (even if it was a bit windy), eh? Thanks for posting the pics.

- Jeff

Nice pics, I was curious to see if the pics were from the Natchez end of the trace. I was going to detour down part of it near Jackson, MS last week but the rain never let up all the way thru East TX, LA, MS and part of the way thru AL :( Next day I was East of you in TN/NC and took this pic along the Ocoee River east of Cleveland, TN.

http://bmatherne.photosite.com/~photos/tn/5851192_1024.ts1162592571000.jpg

Nice pics, I was curious to see if the pics were from the Natchez end of the trace. I was going to detour down part of it near Jackson, MS last week but the rain never let up all the way thru East TX, LA, MS and part of the way thru AL :( Next day I was East of you in TN/NC and took this pic along the Ocoee River east of Cleveland, TN.

That is a beautiful area......our pictures we from Nashville to Tupelo...and back....approximately 400 mile day.

that's a beautiful picture. I'm heading to Athens in a couple of weeks - think we'll go through Tellico Plains - it's so nice that way.

I drove West from Brevard,NC to Murphy last tuesday along hwy 64 thru the Nantahala NF. Very twisty windy but one of the most beautiful drives I've ever done. 2.5+ hours over 3 mountains to go 70 mi. It's got great scenery especially between Franklin & Brevard. There's several great waterfalls along the road thru the Cullaseja River Gorge. My digicam battery died but I did manage a few shots.

http://bmatherne.photosite.com/~photos/tn/5851710_1024.ts1162593848000.jpg

http://bmatherne.photosite.com/~photos/tn/5851692_1024.ts1162596238595.jpg